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AX Enterprize Appoints Former FAA Leader Abigail Smith as Chief Operating Officer

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Abby Smith brings decades of aviation experience and a strong record of advancing drone integration AX Enterprize, LLC, a leader in advanced aviation technologies and systems integration, has announced the appointment of Abigail “Abby” Smith as its new Chief Operating Officer. Smith’s extensive career in aviation policy and innovation at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) […]

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Senate Committee Confirms Bryan Bedford as FAA Administrator in Divided Vote

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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 […]

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FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau Discusses Regulatory Priorities at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025

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FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau emphasized the agency’s commitment to balancing innovation with safety during a keynote fireside chat at the AUVSI XPONENTIAL conference, addressing critical updates on drone regulations, airspace modernization, and counter-UAS strategies. Rocheleau, a seasoned aviation leader who played a pivotal role in establishing the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) after the 9/11 […]

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Chris Rocheleau Appointed as Acting FAA Administrator

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Agency Faces Leadership Transition Amid Recent Aviation Tragedy The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has appointed Chris Rocheleau as Acting Administrator, following the resignation of Mike Whitaker on January 20, 2025. Whitaker stepped down upon President Donald Trump’s inauguration, creating a leadership vacancy at a critical time for the agency. Recent Leadership Changes at the FAA […]

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Altitude Angel Expands EC Sensor Network Across the UK

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Establishing Foundations for Advanced Drone Integration in UK Altitude Angel, provider of Unified Traffic Management (UTM) technology, announced a significant expansion of its electronic conspicuity (EC) sensor network across the UK. This development supports the Civil Aviation Authority’s (CAA) Airspace Modernisation Strategy and sets the stage for beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone flights in 2025. Nationwide Coverage […]

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