NAFA member Gilchrist Aviation Law shares confirmed FAA Registry Closures.
As we head into a busy season for aircraft transactions, it's important to separate fact from speculation.
Currently the FAA has confirmed closures on only three days (all Thursdays): Thanksgiving Day (November 27), Christmas Day (December 25), and New Years Day (January 1).
Because each of these holidays fall on a Thursday, there are possibilities of either an early release on each preceding Wednesday, and/or a closure the following Friday. However, no such announcement has been made at this time.
In past years, the FAA has issued unscheduled closure notices with little warning, so our team will continue to monitor updates closely and share any new information as soon as it becomes available. But, if you have questions feel free to call us.
If you have year-end transactions moving forward, we are here to help you plan ahead and stay prepared.
This article was originally published by Gilchrist Aviation Law on November 19, 2025.