10 Former FAA Officials Endorse Bedford

His nomination hearing is set for Wednesday.

Ryan Ewing

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 02:00 PM ET

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Republic Airways CEO Bryan Bedford. [Courtesy: Republic Airways]

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A bipartisan group of former FAA administrators and acting administrators has formally endorsed Bryan Bedford's nomination as the 20th FAA Administrator.
In a letter to the Senate Commerce Committee, these former leaders urged his swift confirmation, citing his "exceptionally qualified" experience and leadership as essential for the agency.
Bedford's qualifications include over 30 years in the airline industry, currently serving as CEO of Republic Airways, with expertise spanning financial, operational, and piloting roles.

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A group of former FAA leaders has issued a bipartisan endorsement for the nomination of Bryan Bedford to serve as the 20th administrator of the agency.

In a letter addressed to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, Chairman Ted Cruz and Ranking Member Maria Cantwell viewed by Reuters, the former officials urged the committee to advance Bedford’s confirmation without delay.