Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago
An EL AL Boeing 777 arriving at JFK found itself at the center of a tense exchange with air traffic control after the crew was instructed to increase speed and prepare for a possible go-around.
The crew's response stunned the controller:
"We don't have fuel and cannot go around."
In this episode, Captain Steeeve breaks down what happened, the difference between minimum fuel and a fuel emergency, why go-arounds are a normal part of airline operations, and whether the crew's communication with ATC came at the right time.
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An EL AL Boeing 777 arriving at JFK found itself at the center of a tense exchange with air traffic control after the crew was instructed to increase speed and prepare for a possible go-around.
The crew's response stunned the controller:
"We don't have fuel and cannot go around."
In this episode, Captain Steeeve breaks down what happened, the difference between minimum fuel and a fuel emergency, why go-arounds are a normal part of airline operations, and whether the crew's communication with ATC came at the right time.
For business inquiries email us at: captainsteeeve@wearebv.com
For press or general questions: peter@541co.com
Disclaimer: Captain Steeeve is not a spokesperson for any airline or aviation authority. The opinions expressed in this video are solely his own and are based on his experience as a professional pilot. This analysis is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as an official statement from any airline, regulatory agency, or aviation organization.
Want to know what watch I'm wearing?
If you are from the US, visit Watchbuys.com and go to the PRIMUS collection under Hanhart. For everyone else, visit hanhart.com/en/.
#captainsteeeve #aviation #pilot #boeing777 #elal #jfk #atc #airtrafficcontrol #minimumfuel #goaround #flightsafety #aviationnews #pilotlife #flying #aviationexplained
