Fourteen GOP lawmakers who have flown airplanes called on Biden to withdraw his FAA nominee because he has 'zero aviation experience' at a time of crisis for FAA.
Signatories to the letter said they have collectively logged thousands of flight hours, including some for the military. But they said Washington"has never flown a plane, never worked for an airline or an aircraft manufacturer, and never served as an air traffic controller."
"His aviation experience is limited to working at the Denver airport for less than two years," they wrote, referring to his current role as CEO of the Denver International Airport."In that role, Mr. Washington is primarily responsible for non-aviation matters, such as the airport’s shops, restaurants, parking, and buildings."
The letter was signed by Sens. Ted Budd of North Carolina and Mike Rounds of South Dakota, along with 12"congressional aviators." Senator Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas, said he doesn't think Washington will have the votes to be confirmed as the new FAA chief. Photographer: Eric Lee/Bloomberg via Getty Images
Washington’s lack of experience in the aviation industry led to tough questioning from Republicans in the Senate Commerce Committee. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, urged senators to investigate his background further and has called Washington"woefully unqualified."The Senate Commerce Committee is set to vote next week on Washington’s confirmation. A successful vote there would send the nomination to the Senate floor.
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