Biden nominates former Obama administration official Michael Whitaker to lead FAA

President Biden has nominated Michael Whitaker, who previously served as FAA deputy administrator, to be FAA administrator.
Whitaker has over 30 years of experience in aviation, including as an airline executive and aviation industry lawyer.
The FAA has lacked permanent leadership for over a year and faces challenges like air traffic controller shortages.
Whitaker's nomination has been praised by industry and labor groups as a qualified pick during a critical time for the agency.
The Senate will need to confirm Whitaker, who aims to modernize technology and address safety concerns if appointed.