Trump announces Republic Airways CEO as nominee for FAA chief, and military academy board appointees
"I am pleased to announce the nomination of Bryan Bedford to serve as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration," President Trump said.
President Donald Trump announced on Monday the nomination of Republic Airways CEO Bryan Bedford for the head of the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as appointees for the boards of military academies.
Trump posted the announcements on Truth Social.
"I am pleased to announce the nomination of Bryan Bedford to serve as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). As the former President and CEO of Republic Airways, Mesaba Airlines, and Business Express Airlines, Brian brings over three decades of experience in Aviation and Executive Leadership to this critical position. Bryan will work with our GREAT Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy, to strongly reform the Agency, safeguard our exports, and ensure the safety of nearly one billion annual passenger movements. Congratulations Bryan!" Trump wrote.
The president has been working to overhaul the FAA while it has faced scrutiny following the midair collision above the Potomac River on Jan. 29, near the Reagan National Airport, which killed 67 people.
Trump also announced on Monday new appointees to serve on military academy boards.
"Our Great United States Air Force Academy will soon have an incredible Board of Visitors, composed of Doug Nikolai, Dan Clark, Senator Tommy Tuberville, Charlie Kirk, and Dina Powell. Congratulations to all!" Trump posted on Truth Social.
"Completing my list of appointments to the United States Naval Academy, I am happy to announce that the full Board will consist of Sean Spicer, Walt Nauta, Congressman 'Doc Ronnie' Jackson, Congressman Derek Van Order, Senator Tim Sheehy, and Earl Ehrhart. Congratulations to you all!" Trump wrote.
"I am pleased to announce a new Board of Visitors for our Nation’s oldest Military Academy, West Point. Major General David Bellavia, Lieutenant General Dan Walrath, General Michael Flynn, Congressman Wesley Hunt, Maureen Bannon, and Meghan Mobbs are hereby appointed to the Board. They will make our Country proud. Congratulations to all!" the president posted.