It's getting worse: "
Alitalia files for US bankruptcy protection"
Alitalia has filed for bankruptcy protection in a US court, temporarily safeguarding its stateside operations and assets from debtors as it is offered for sale in Italy.
US bankruptcy judge Sean Lane granted the Italian flag carrier a restraining order for 10 days until 23 June, court documents show. The order will automatically be extended to 26 June unless creditors object.
https://www.flightglobal.com/news/ar...ection-438193/
I don't see why JFK and the telecommunications provider should give "free" access to gates and services. They could pull the plug any time. A judge cannot force anyone to provide "free" service.