FAA Orders Space Launch Restrictions during Government Shutdown

Will Ease Potential Conflicts With Air Traffic Given Lack of Controllers

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has placed restrictions on space launches and reentries as the government shutdown drags on.

“Commercial space launches and reentries will only be permitted between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. local time.”
FAA Statement

In a statement posted to the FAA website, the agency said that “Commercial space launches and reentries …