Summary

Summary of Executive Order: Keeping Americans Safe in Aviation

Purpose

• Ensure the safety of airline passengers by maintaining a commitment to excellence in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
• Address concerns regarding past hiring practices that prioritized diversity initiatives perceived as detrimental to operational safety.

Actions Taken

• The Secretary of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administrator are directed to revert to non-discriminatory, merit-based hiring practices.
• All diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives that prioritize characteristics such as race, sex, or disability over competence and qualifications are to be rescinded.
• A review of past performance and standards for individuals in critical safety positions will be conducted to ensure they meet necessary capability requirements.
• Any underperforming individuals in these roles are to be replaced with qualified personnel to enhance air safety and operational efficiency.

Expected Impact

• Restoration of public confidence in the safety of air travel through improved hiring and performance standards in the FAA.
• A focus on individual merit and capability in the FAA workforce, aimed at enhancing overall safety and efficiency in aviation operations.