May you live in interesting times” is often referred to as a Chinese curse, though its provenance isn’t clear. Unfortunately, the times have become increasingly “interesting” at the FAA.
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Interesting Times
May you live in interesting times” is often referred to as a Chinese curse, though its provenance isn’t clear. Unfortunately, the times have become increasingly “interesting” at the FAA. Most recently, Administrator Randy Babbitt’s resignation in the aftermath of his DUI arrest will leave the agency rudderless. Babbitt’s deputy, Michael Huerta, was named acting administrator but given next year’s looming general election, it’s likely Congress will refuse to even consider confirming a full-time replacement until at least January 2013.
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA faces a significant leadership vacuum following Administrator Randy Babbitt's resignation due to a DUI, with a long-term replacement unlikely until after the 2012 general election.
- This leadership instability comes at a critical time when the agency is grappling with major issues such as the NextGen ATC system, pilot-rest rules, funding challenges, and potential GPS interference from LightSquared.
- Without effective and long-term leadership, the article suggests the FAA will struggle to operate efficiently, achieve favorable outcomes, and maintain employee morale and organizational effectiveness.
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