14 CFR §93.226
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- (a)If there are available slots in the following time periods and there are no pending requests for international or EAS operations at these times, FAA will allocate slots upon request on a first-come, first-served basis, as set forth in this section:
- (b)Slots will be allocated only to operators with the economic and operating authority and aircraft required to use the slots.
- (c)Requests for allocations under this section shall be submitted in writing to the address listed in § 93.221(a)(1) and shall identify the request as made under this section.
- (d)The FAA may deny requests made under this section after a determination that all remaining slots in a particular category should be distributed by lottery.
- (e)Slots may be allocated on a seasonal or temporary basis under this provision.