FAA air traffic chief resigns
April 15, 2011, 11:08 pm
Federal Aviation Administration official Hank Krakowski, formerly in charge of managing the air traffic control system, resigned April 14, according to CNN. Krakowski's resignation follows a number of revelations of air traffic controllers falling asleep on the job.
Chief counsel of the organization, David Grizzle, will be temporarily filling in for Krakowski's post until a final replacement is found, the source reports.
Although nothing has been revealed regarding the details surrounding Krakowski's resignation, it is believed to be connected to the recent incidents, which some say may have been considered a reflection of poor leadership.
"Over the last few weeks we have seen examples of unprofessional conduct on the part of a few individuals that have rightly caused the traveling public to question our ability to ensure their safety. This conduct must stop immediately," FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt said in a statement. "I am committed to maintaining the highest level of public confidence and that begins with strong leadership."
These sleeping controllers may not only be a concern for the flying public, but also the pilots who put their lives on the line when they fly and entrust the various air traffic controllers and other aviation employees with their survival. The recent incidents reveal an additional risk to the already potentially dangerous act of flying, reinforcing the importance of pilot life insurance coverage.
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