Bob Menendez Jr.: “The Trump administration wants to pay 25 percent, which is the same amount Congress provided last year.”

Airlines and labor unions continually raise the issue of an aviation maintenance technician, or AMT, shortage.

Could expanding the scope of hazardous materials subject to increased safety regulations prevent future tragedies like the one in East Palestine?

This process is political and it’s corrupted to the core. I hope President Trump cleans up the cesspool and restores the integrity to the system.

I thank the FAA for their participation in this workshop. I look forward to continuing to work with you on putting an end to this problem.