What Happened
Locke Takes Top Civilian Safety Position Amid Agency Reorganization
The FAA has appointed Caitlin Locke as its new Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety, marking a significant move in the agency’s ongoing reorganization. Locke, who previously held a key certification role, will now lead the FAA’s top civilian safety position. The appointment was announced by FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford and is seen as a crucial step in the agency’s efforts to enhance its safety oversight capabilities. This development was first reported by Aviation Week.