Safety, ATC Modernization Top Priorities For Both Groups

The Experimental Aircraft Association and the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l issued statements in response to the Senate confirmation of Bryan Bedford to become the next administrator of the FAA.

Jack J. Pelton, Experimental Aircraft Association CEO and Chairman of the Board:

“We congratulate Bryan Bedford on his confirmation as the new Administrator for the Federal Aviation Administration. There is a long list of challenges as we seek to maintain America’s aviation infrastructure and air traffic system as the finest in the world, and preserve the freedom of flight for individuals who want to be involved in any facet of aviation.

“We look forward to working with Administrator Bedford and the professionals at the FAA. We also welcome the Administrator and his team to join us this month for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025, to see the entire spectrum of aviation on display as well as the latest innovations.”

Capt. Jason Ambrosi, president of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l:

"Congratulations to Mr. Bedford on his confirmation as the next FAA Administrator. We appreciate that his stated priority will be to support the Administration's plan to modernize our antiquated air traffic control system and look forward to working with him and his team to implement it.

“We have concerns about his past efforts to lower pilot training requirements, and we will continue to bring the line pilot's perspective to any discussions about changing these life-saving measures and hold him to his word that safety is his top priority. Maintaining rigorous training requirements and keeping two pilots on the flight deck at all times remain top priorities for ALPA."

FMI:  www.alpa.org/ , www.eaa.org/