Michael Gordon Whitaker (born June 21, 1961) [1] is an American lawyer who served as the 19th administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) from 2023 to 2025.

Jan 30, 2025 · The Musk-Whitaker feud goes back to two SpaceX launches in the summer of 2023—before Whitaker had even taken over at the FAA. In a Sept. 17, 2024, post on its website, the FAA said that in June ...

Jan 30, 2025 · Michael Whitaker had only been in the role for a year but the SpaceX chief accused him of “harassment.” The Federal Aviation Administration’s leader stepped down on Jan. 20, months after Elon...

Jan 30, 2025 · Federal Aviation Administration Chief Michael Whitaker resigned from his position just 10 days before the deadly plane and Black Hawk helicopter crash over Washington, DC, Wednesday.

Dec 12, 2024 · Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Michael Whitaker announced on Thursday that he will step down from his role on Jan. 20, 2025, after just over a year in the position. Whitaker, who was appointed in October 2023, shared the news in an email to staff that was later posted on X.

Dec 12, 2024 · Mike Whitaker says he will step down as head of the Federal Aviation Administration on Jan. 20. It's not unusual for FAA administrators to resign at the change of administration, though...

Sep 24, 2024 · I want to thank the committee for your hard work in passing the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024. The FAA started implementation immediately, and we are committed to keeping you and your staff updated on our progress on a quarterly basis.

Sep 8, 2023 · President Biden has nominated Michael G. Whitaker, the Chief Operating Officer of Supernal, as the FAA's Administrator. Whitaker played a key role in the development and implementation of satellite-enabled surveillance technology during his previous tenure at the FAA.

Dec 12, 2024 · Federal Aviation Administration chief Mike Whitaker, who has overseen the agency's response to significant safety issues at Boeing since a midair emergency in January, will step down when...

Sep 25, 2024 · As we carry out our regulatory responsibilities and oversight activities, safety will always inform our decision-making, and I am prepared to use the full range of my authority to ensure accountability whether from a manufacturer, an air carrier, or the FAA’s own operations.