US airlines have welcomed news of a government shutdown end, but warned of lingering delays and cancellations. The 43-day shutdown had significant impacts on air traffic controllers, with staff absences due to illness and stress.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reversed its decision to suspend PreCheck operations hours after announcing the move during a partial government shutdown. The agency stated that PreCheck would continue operating with no change for travelers, citing staffing constraints as a factor in potential adjustments.
The Senate passed the $838.7 billion fiscal 2026 defense spending bill today, after Democrats and the White House reached a deal to largely avert a government shutdown. The bill includes full-year appropriations for the Pentagon as well as five other departments.
The Federal Aviation Administration placed more than 10,000 employees on furlough as the US government shutdown entered its first full workweek. Air traffic control operations continued under contingency plans, while essential services remained operational due to their deemed necessity.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has lifted flight restrictions tied to the US government shutdown, allowing US airports and airlines to resume normal operations after weeks of delays and reduced schedules. According to AeroTime, the FAA review of recent safety and staffing data showed steady improvement across the air traffic control system.
A mobile lounge carrying passengers at Washington Dulles International Airport collided with a passenger deboarding dock on November 10, 2025, leaving at least 18 people injured. According to AeroTime, airport officials confirmed the incident occurred in the evening while major airports across the US are facing disruptions due to the ongoing government shutdown.
The US House voted to end the longest government shutdown in history, passing a stopgap funding bill that includes nearly $200 million for the Air Force's E-7 Wedgetail program. The legislation also provides roughly $1.
The US Congress is weighing a funding package that would raise the Federal Aviation Administration's budget to $22.2 billion for fiscal year 2026. The proposal includes funding for air traffic control operations, infrastructure upgrades, and the hiring of 2,500 additional air traffic controllers.