Reimbursements for Presidential Temporary Flight Restrictions (PTFR) are provided through individual Consolidated Appropriations Acts. Thus far, each Act has provided reimbursements to airport sponsors that do not offer gateway operations, as well as to providers of general aviation ground support services located at airports that are closed during a temporary flight restriction (TFR) for any Presidential residence designated or identified for security by the United States Secret Service. These reimbursements cover direct and incremental financial losses incurred while such airports are closed solely due to actions taken by the Federal Government. Funding is intended to support those financially impacted by the operational disruptions TFRs imposed on aviation activity.

Purpose:

The purpose of the PTFR Reimbursement Program is to assist eligible airports sponsors and on-airport businesses in mitigating direct and incremental financial losses incurred as a result of airport closures caused solely by qualifying Presidential Temporary Flight Restrictions.

Eligibility:

The following entities may be eligible to submit claims under the PTFR Reimbursement Program:

• Airport sponsors that do not provide gateway operations and are affected by a qualifying Presidential Temporary Flight Restriction; and
• Providers of general aviation ground support services located at such airports.

To be considered for reimbursement, claimed losses must:

• Be direct and incremental;
• Be attributable solely to the PTFR-related airport closure; and
• Be supported by sufficient documentation for FAA review and validation.

How to Apply/Submission

Claim Submission

Eligible entities may submit claims for reimbursement of documented financial losses consistent with program requirements. Claims must include sufficient supporting documentation to demonstrate that the losses are directly attributable to qualifying PTFR-related airport closures.

PTFR Claims Mailbox

Frequently Asked Questions:

The Presidential TFR Reimbursements - Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) document provides essential information on financial reimbursements related to Presidential Temporary Flight Restrictions (PTFRs). Key topics include:

1. PTFR Overview: Explains PTFRs and their security purpose.
2. Reimbursement Details: Describes eligible financial losses and the laws authorizing reimbursements.
3. Eligibility Criteria: Lists eligible entities and the criteria for reimbursement.
4. Claim Submission: Outlines the process for submitting claims, required documentation, and deadlines.
5. Documentation: Specifies necessary supporting documents to verify claims.
6. Funding and Payments: Discusses reimbursement limits and claim evaluations.
7. Program Administration: Managed by the FAA's Office of Airports.
8. Data Protection: Ensures confidentiality of submitted information under FOIA Exemption 4.

Airports Affected:

• List of known airports affected by NOTAM (MS Excel)

Notices/Announcements:

GovDelivery Notices

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) utilizes GovDelivery to distribute timely and important notifications regarding Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs). These notices are designed to inform affected parties, including airports, known airport tenants, and businesses, of any changes or updates that may impact their operations due to TFRs.

Below, you will find a series of notices that have been sent to airports, known airport tenants, and businesses potentially impacted by TFRs. These notifications provide critical information on TFR implementation, duration, and any required actions or precautions that should be taken. By staying informed through these notices, stakeholders can better prepare and adjust their operations to comply with Federal regulations and ensure safety.

For more detailed information on each notice, please refer to the specific content provided below. If you have any questions or require further clarification, please contact the FAA directly or consult the resources available on the TFR webpage.

GovDelivery 1 - Opportunity for Reimbursement: Presidential Temporary Flight Restriction Impacts (July 3, 2025)

Submission Schedule

Below is the submission schedule for claims related to Presidential Temporary Flight Restrictions (PTFRs) for the Federal Fiscal Year 2026. This schedule outlines the periods covered by each quarterly submission and the respective deadlines for submitting claims.

This schedule aligns with the Federal fiscal year, which begins on October 1 and ends on September 30 of the following year.

Resource Links:

Legislative Authority

• P.L. 119-75: Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (Current)
• P.L. 118-42: Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024
• P.L. 117-328: Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023

Flight & Operational Tools

• FAA Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR) List
• Official FAA NOTAM Search
• System for Award Management (SAM.gov)

Contact Us:

Ask a question about PTFR Reimbursement 

Carlos N. Fields
Manager, Airport Policy Branch (APP-510) 
Office of Airports | Federal Aviation Administration
U.S. Department of Transportation
(202) 267-8826 
Carlos.Fields@faa.gov

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