Families of Flight 3407 Express Serious Concerns Over Nomination of Bryan Bedford to Lead FAA
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Read moreStatement Upon the 16th Anniversary of the Crash of Continental Flight 3407
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Families of Flight 3407 Applaud U.S. House of Representatives for Passage of FAA Reauthorization Bill
May 15, 2024, Buffalo, New York– The Families of Flight 3407 wish to express their gratitude to the U.S. House of Representatives for the passage of the FAA Reauthorization Bill by an overwhelming majority (387-26). This bipartisan legislation ensures the continued safety and oversight of our nation’s aviation system for the next five years.
(more…)Senate Recognizes Safety As A Priority – Passes Bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Bill
Buffalo, NY – May 12, 2024 – The Families of Flight 3407 hailed Thursday’s passage of the FAA Reauthorization Bill as a significant step toward enhanced aviation safety and the protection of the flying public and issued the following statement:
(more…)Families of Flight 3407 Applaud House/Senate Conference Committee for Final Bill
Buffalo, New York – April 30, 2024– The Families of Flight 3407 wish to express their heartfelt appreciation to the members of the House/Senate Conference Committee for their diligent efforts in reconciling differences and presenting a final FAA Reauthorization Bill.
This bill addresses many critical safety concerns including those that have resulted in numerous near misses in recent years.
(more…)Remembering the 15th Anniversary of Flight 3407 Tragedy: Families Advocate for Continued Airline Safety
Buffalo, New York; February 11, 2024 – Monday, February 12, 2024 will mark the 15th anniversary of the tragic and preventable crash of Continental Flight 3407 operated by Colgan Air, that took the lives of all on board and one man on the ground. Our lives were forever altered that night. We lost cherished loved ones and sadly, the world lost many extraordinary and vibrant people who still had so much to give.
(more…)Families of Flight 3407 Express Gratitude to Retiring Congressman Brian Higgins
Buffalo, New York Feb. 2, 2024-The Families of Flight 3407 would like to express heartfelt appreciation to Congressman Brian Higgins as he departs congress after serving 19 years as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
(more…)Families of Flight 3407 Congratulate FAA Administrator Whitaker on His Confirmation
Buffalo New York, October 25, 2023 – Following the confirmation of Michael G. Whitaker as the new FAA Administrator, the Families of Flight 3407 welcome his leadership at an agency that has operated without a permanent head for the past 18 months. Members of the group attended his earlier Senate confirmation hearing, and noted his statement that if confirmed, his priority will be the safety of the flying public.
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