National Transportation Safety Board Vice Chairman Michael Graham has announced his retirement. [Credit: NTSB]
Key Takeaways:
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Vice Chairman Michael Graham announced his retirement, effective October 2, after serving on the board since 2020.
Graham was a presidential appointee and former F/A-18 pilot, praised by NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy for his integrity and commitment to safety.
He is prominently remembered for leading investigations into major incidents, including the 2022 Wings Over Dallas airshow collision and the 2023 East Palestine, Ohio train derailment.
Graham advocated for significant safety advancements, such as deploying connected vehicle technology, reducing distracted driving, and expanding safety management systems across all transportation modes.
National Transportation Safety Board Vice Chairman Michael Graham announced Friday that he will retire effective October 2. A former F/A-18 pilot and top safety official for Textron Aviation, Graham has served on the NTSB board since 2020.
NTSB board members are presidential appointees confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
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