The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) has urged Congress to end the ongoing government shutdown, warning of widespread disruptions across several sectors. Eric Fanning, President and CEO of AIA, emphasized the effects on the workforce, economy, and the general public.
“The prolonged government shutdown is causing severe and worsening disruptions across the American economy—from air travel and space launches to small businesses in the supply chain and the deployment of technologies critical to national security,” Fanning said. “Safety remains the top priority, and drastic measures are now being taken to uphold it. These impacts are rippling throughout the country and affecting everyday Americans – and it’s long past time to put an end to the uncertainty and turmoil. The aerospace and defense industry urges Congress to act now and reopen the government immediately.”
Fanning highlighted that sectors such as air travel, space operations, small business suppliers, and national security technology deployments have all been affected by the shutdown.
