The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation voted this morning to advance Bryan Bedford’s nomination as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), with a narrow margin of 15 ayes to 13 nos. Bedford, the longtime CEO of Republic Airways, now moves one step closer to leading the agency at a time of heightened scrutiny and urgent calls for … [Read more...] about Senate Committee Confirms Bryan Bedford as FAA Administrator in Divided Vote
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Bryan Bedford Faces Senate Scrutiny as Trump’s FAA Nominee
Bryan Bedford, the longtime CEO of Republic Airways, is set to appear before the Senate Commerce Committee on June 11 as President Donald Trump’s nominee for Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The hearing comes at a pivotal moment for U.S. aviation, following the deadliest domestic air disaster in over two decades and amid widespread calls for … [Read more...] about Bryan Bedford Faces Senate Scrutiny as Trump’s FAA Nominee
Trump Issues Executive Orders on Drones
President Donald J. Trump issued two major Executive Orders today, June 6, 2025, as part of a broader set of actions to strengthen American leadership in drone technology and enhance the security of national airspace. These measures, detailed in official White House fact sheets, aim to accelerate innovation, clarify regulatory authority, and reinforce U.S. competitiveness in … [Read more...] about Trump Issues Executive Orders on Drones
Michael Robbins Testifies Before Congress on FAA Reauthorization Progress and Challenges
In a hearing before the U.S. House Subcommittee on Aviation, Michael Robbins, President and CEO of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), outlined critical updates and challenges in implementing the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024. His testimony emphasized the urgent need for regulatory clarity, workforce development, and infrastructure … [Read more...] about Michael Robbins Testifies Before Congress on FAA Reauthorization Progress and Challenges
Proposed Drone Integration and Zoning Act (S.1249): Still a Bad Idea
News and Commentary. The Drone Integration and Zoning Act (S.1249), currently under consideration in the U.S. Senate, is raising significant concerns across the commercial drone industry. The bill - another reboot of the Drone Federalism Act first introduced in 2017, and the bill of the same name first introduced in 2019 - would fundamentally shift the regulatory landscape for … [Read more...] about Proposed Drone Integration and Zoning Act (S.1249): Still a Bad Idea
