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Overview
Mike Whitaker is the current FAA Administrator, confirmed in October 2023. He previously served as FAA Deputy Administrator from 2013-2016 and later worked for Supernal (Hyundai air mobility company). He inherited an FAA in crisis following the Boeing 737 MAX disasters and Alaska Airlines door plug blowout. While he has taken a tougher stance on Boeing than predecessors, critics argue systemic reform of the FAA's cozy relationship with industry remains incomplete.
Key Affiliations
Controversies & Concerns
INDUSTRY TIES: Worked for Hyundai air mobility company before returning to FAA
INHERITED CRISIS: Took over FAA after years of regulatory failure
SLOW REFORM: Critics say systemic changes to FAA-industry relationship incomplete
Related Investigations (1)
Known Associates & Connections
Pete Buttigieg
Secretary of Transportation (boss)
Sources & Documentation
2 documented sources from official records, investigations, and reports
Personal Information
- Born
- Unknown
- Birthplace
- United States
Education
- •Georgetown University
- •Harvard Business School
Key Timeline
2013
Becomes FAA Deputy Administrator
2016
Leaves FAA
2021
Joins Supernal (Hyundai)
October 2023
Confirmed as FAA Administrator
January 2024
Deals with Alaska Airlines door plug blowout