Despite Opposition, Trump’s FAA Pick Narrowly Moves to Senate Vote
Bryan Bedford has faced growing pushback due to his positions on the 1,500-hour rule and other safety-related provisions.
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Trump Names Acting FAA Administrator in Wake of Fatal Collision
Chris Rocheleau, National Business Aviation Association executive and FAA veteran, steps into a leadership role following the deadliest U.S. airline accident in years.
FAA Gives Boeing 90 Days to Improve
An all-day meeting between the FAA and Boeing resulted in harsh words from the agency.
FAA Anticipates Permanent Inspector Deployment at Boeing, Spirit AeroSystems
Administrator updates lawmakers on the Alaska Airlines incident and receives grilling over pilot retirement legislation.
U.S. Senate Has Until Early March to Finalize FAA Reauthorization Bill
The legislation offers a chance to improve flight training by increasing loggable simulator hours.
Michael Whitaker Confirmed as FAA Chief
The Senate confirmed White House nominee Michael Whitaker as the new FAA Administrator in a vote Tuesday.
Biden Nominee for FAA Administrator Notches Bipartisan Senate Support
On October 18, the bipartisan U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation unanimously agreed that Michael Whitaker is the right person for the job of FAA Administrator.
FAA Names Billy Nolen as Acting Administrator
Appointment will follow Steve Dickson’s departure from the FAA administrator post at the end of March.
