<ul><li>President Donald Trump has nominated Bryan Bedford, the longtime CEO of Republic Airways, to serve as the next Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).</li><li>Bedford's nomination has received widespread support from industry stakeholders, including AUVSI, Airlines for America (A4A), and the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA).</li><li>If confirmed, Bedford will face challenges in modernizing air traffic control systems, addressing staffing shortages, enhancing aviation safety measures, and regulating the commercial space transportation sector.</li><li>The confirmation process for Bedford includes a Senate Commerce Committee hearing, committee vote, full Senate vote, swearing-in ceremony, and transition period to assume leadership of the FAA.</li></ul>

Bryan Bedford Nominated as FAA Administrator: Industry Reacts Positively

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