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In public safety news, the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) continues to address issues surrounding airline safety, particularly in the wake of a serious incident involving an Alaska Airlines plane. The FAA administrator, Michael Whitaker, addressed concerns about Boeing's handling of safety issues and staffing shortages affecting air traffic controllers nationwide. The FAA has stated its commitment to monitoring improvements and ensuring the industry acts in public safety's best interest.
The ongoing labor issues at Boeing have also led to heightened scrutiny of airline safety cultures and regulatory measures to ensure better compliance and operational protocols.