Flying on Empty: How Shutdowns Threaten Air Safety, Travel, and the Economy

Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Senate Committee, Subcommittee on Aviation, Space, and Innovation · November 19, 2025

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Opening remarks and purpose of hearing

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Chairman Moran opened the subcommittee hearing to examine impacts of the recent federal government shutdown on the aviation and travel industry, stressing FAA operational interruptions and urging passage of FY2026 transportation appropriations and his Aviation Funding Stability Act to protect FAA functions during future lapses.

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Hearing on the effects of the recent federal government shutdown on aviation operations, safety, workforce and industry recovery; witnesses described staffing shortfalls, certification delays and economic costs and urged passage of the Aviation Funding Stability Act and appropriations for FAA modernization.

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