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Families of Plane Crash Victims Voice Opposition to FAA Nominee
- On June 25, the Senate Commerce Committee voted 15 to 13 to approve Bryan Bedford’s nomination to serve as the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, moving his appointment forward for consideration by the entire Senate.
- The vote followed debates over Bedford's qualifications and safety stance, with critics citing his refusal to support the 1,500-hour pilot training rule and concerns over industry ties.
- The nominee, with extensive leadership experience in aviation, has committed to stabilizing the agency, guiding its modernization efforts, and maintaining vigilant oversight as the FAA confronts pressing issues like aging infrastructure and a shortage of skilled personnel.
- Senator Maria Cantwell urged the FAA to tackle safety gaps, referencing the Alaska Flight 1282 and Flight 5342 crashes, while Ted Cruz endorsed Bedford’s readiness to modernize and address current aviation risks.
- If confirmed, Bedford will oversee a federal agency employing more than 45,000 staff members and managing a budget greater than $15 billion during a pivotal time that requires significant reforms and investments, including proposed funding of at least $31 billion to modernize air traffic control systems.
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Trump’s FAA pick advances over opposition from Democrats, Capt. Sully
President Donald Trump’s nominee to oversee the U.S. air safety system moved a step closer to Senate confirmation despite opposition from one of the nation’s best-known and most beloved pilots. Chelsey “Sully” Sullenberger, who safely landed a damaged airliner in what became known as the “Miracle on the Hudson,” has strongly criticized the nominee, airline executive Bryan Bedford. The Senate Commerce Committee voted along party lines on Wednesda…
Families of plane crash victims voice opposition to FAA nominee
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - Families who lost loved ones in the 2009 Colgan Air Flight 3407 crash are back on Capitol Hill, voicing strong opposition to President Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Bryan Bedford. Their message: aviation safety is on the line. Marilyn Kausner, who lost her 24-year-old daughter Ellie in the crash, joined other families in Washington to speak out against the nomination. They are worried B…
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US Senate committee advances Trump nominee to head FAA
By David Shepardson
SCHUMER, STANDING WITH FLIGHT 3407 FAMILIES - Utica Phoenix
Trump’s FAA Nominee Earlier This Month Repeatedly Refused To Commit To Protecting Aviation Safety Reforms Created By 3407 Families; Schumer Pushed For 3407 Families To Meet With Secretary Duffy – Like Every Transportation Secretary Before Him –To Discuss Importance Of Air Safety Regulations Advocates & Pilots Fear Trump Admin Will Roll Back Critical Flight Safety Regulations, Including Requirement That Pilots Log 1,500 Flight Hours In Order To R…
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