FAA Limits Communications During Shutdown
October 21, 2025
On Oct. 1, the U.S. government shut down as a result of Congress’ inability to pass legislation funding executive branch operations past they end of the fiscal year.
According to guidance issued by the Department of Transportation, roughly one quarter (11,322) of the FAA’s total workforce will be furloughed until new funding is enacted. The agency’s list of services continuing as excepted activities during the shutdown include air traffic control, flight standards field inspections, certain (but not all) certification activities, and various airmen-related services.
To see the complete list inside the DOT’s guidance, click here.
The FAA has since reported that certain safety communications will continue during the shutdown:
(1) National Airspace System Status: www.fly.faa.gov.
(2) Accident/incident information: www.faa.gov/newsroom/statements/accident_incidents.
Inquiries regarding agency updates should be sent to: pressoffice@faa.gov
ARSA joined a cross-sectional group of industry organizations illustrating for Congress the negative impacts of government shutdowns on the aerospace community and general public. The association also supports legislation that would exempt all FAA personnel from ceasing operations during funding lapses.
Share shutdown related experiences with the association by submitting to the “Ask ARSA” system.
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