Summary

The FAA is facing a leadership vacuum amid a major aviation disaster after former administrator Michael Whitaker resigned on January 20th, following clashes with Elon Musk.

Musk, angered by FAA fines against SpaceX, publicly called for Whitaker’s resignation.

The crisis intensified after an Army helicopter collided with an American Airlines jet in Washington, D.C., killing all on board.

Trump has appointed Chris Rocheleau as acting FAA administrator, with Musk reportedly influencing government staffing decisions.

The FAA also struggles with underfunding and air traffic control staffing shortages.

  • ALQ@lemmy.world
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    9 hours ago

    If you can help it, probably don’t be in the US at all. And, if you’re feeling generous, maybe take a few of us with you.

    • corsicanguppy@lemmy.ca
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      8 hours ago

      Come on up if you can land any job at all. Doo eet, as if you can qualify it means you’ve got a job and a clue, and that will help our voting if we can render you into a full Canuck before election time.