National Transportation Safety Board team members survey the wreckage recovered from the Bell 206 L-4 helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River on April 10 near New York City. [Courtesy: NTSB]
Key Takeaways:
President Donald Trump has nominated American Airlines pilot John DeLeeuw to serve on the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
DeLeeuw, currently the managing director of safety and efficiency at American Airlines, boasts over 30 years of experience, including 19,000 accident-free flight hours.
He is set to replace President Joe Biden's appointee, Alvin Brown, who was removed by the Trump administration and is now suing over the dismissal.
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy has expressed enthusiasm for DeLeeuw's nomination, pending his confirmation.
President Donald Trump on Thursday nominated an American Airlines pilot to serve on the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
According to a Reuters report, Senate records showed Trump has selected John DeLeeuw to take the place of President Joe Biden’s NTSB appointee, Alvin Brown.
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Caleb Revill is a journalist, writer and lifelong learner working as a Junior Writer for Firecrown. When he isn't tackling breaking news, Caleb is on the lookout for fascinating feature stories.
