U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao on Friday named the FAA’s Deputy Administrator Daniel K. Elwell to serve as Acting FAA Administrator now that Michael Huerta’s term has ended. Elwell assumed the Deputy role in June 2017. If asked to serve permanently and if approved by the Senate, Elwell’s term would last five years.
Dan Elwell Named Acting FAA Administrator
Key Takeaways:
- Daniel K. Elwell has been named Acting FAA Administrator, succeeding Michael Huerta whose term has ended.
- Elwell brings extensive aviation experience, having served 16 years as a pilot for American Airlines and retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel from the U.S. Air Force with combat service.
- He previously held significant roles in aviation policy and safety, including FAA Assistant Administrator and leadership positions at Airlines for America (A4A) and the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA).
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