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Mamdani coming for private jets? FAA Cuts Controller Positions
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- May 20, 2026
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Summary
Private jets under attack in New York?! Not so fast. This week on The VIP Seat, Jessie and Preston break down a viral headline claiming NYC’s new mayor is coming after private aviation and why the reality is a lot more complicated (and a lot more political). From Port Authority power plays to sponsored “journalism,” they separate fact from fear. Plus: The truth behind shocking headlines about pilots and drugs (it’s not what you think) Trump’s White House helipad plans and what it says about aviation in politics Spirit Airlines chaos: repositioning aircraft, lessor headaches, and what happens next FAA cutting air traffic controller targets… during a shortage? And in Mile High Madness: sunscreen lobsters, ferry pilots, and aviation internet gold If you care about business aviation, policy, and the stories shaping the industry, this is the episode you don’t want to miss. Subscribe for weekly aviation insights, industry breakdowns, and unfiltered analysis. Listen on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us: Instagram: @thevipseat LinkedIn: The VIP Seat Newsletter: thevipseat.com Sponsored by AB Jets: premium charter without the ownership headaches...