Originally Posted by Jeff767

Virtually every airport that has gates requires a minimum use rate or the gate is returned to the airport authority for redistribution to another airline. In addition many smaller airports retain full control of all gates and lease slots to airlines on a as needed bases.
JSX would not be attempting to use those gates anyway as it’s not their business model. They operate out of FBO’s to avoid the cost of gates and the FAA security requirements for bags and people.