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Trump Nominates Aviation Veteran Bryan Bedford for FAA Chief

3/17/2025

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President Trump has nominated Bryan Bedford, the seasoned CEO of Republic Airways, to head the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). With over three decades of aviation experience, Bedford is poised to tackle pressing issues like air traffic controller shortages and necessary safety reforms following recent crashes. His nomination enjoys robust backing from the aviation sector but awaits Senate confirmation.

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President Trump has nominated Bryan Bedford, the seasoned CEO of Republic Airways, to head the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). With over three decades of aviation experience, Bedford is poised to tackle pressing issues like air traffic controller shortages and necessary safety reforms following recent crashes. His nomination enjoys robust backing from the aviation sector but awaits Senate confirmation.