Looks like MAG want this to go via STN not MAN
Kuwait Airways on Wednesday (22MAR17) adjusted planned intermedia stop for Westbound Kuwait City – New York JFK route, which will be in effect from 21APR17. From this date, the 777-300ER will operate via London Stansted, replacing current stop in Shannon.
As a result of the intermediate stop changes, operational schedule will be slightly modified.
KU117 KWI0900 – 1400STN1630 – 1945JFK 77W D
KU118 JFK2145 – 1655+1KWI 77W
The airline does not have local traffic rights for London Stansted – New York JFK sector.