Regulations and Government
Republic Airways Chief Bedford Receives Nom To Lead FAA
Bedford has led the airline since 1999, overseeing dramatic growth
Republic Airways president Bryan Bedford
Bryan Bedford © Republic Airways

The White House selection of long-time Republic Airways president Bryan Bedford to become the next FAA Administrator is drawing wide praise throughout the industry, which called him “exceptionally well-suited for the role.” President Trump announced the nomination yesterday on the Truth Social platform, noting Bedford “brings over three decades of experience in aviation and executive leadership to this critical position.”

Trump added Bedford would work with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy “to strongly reform the agency, safeguard our exports, and ensure the safety of nearly one billion annual passenger movements.”

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