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FAA too cozy with airlines, whistle-blowers say
By: News Bites | Submitted on: 04/03/08(SGT NEWS BITE) - The Federal Aviation Administration has become so friendly with airlines that it no longer acts as the public's watchdog, whistle-blowers told Congress on Thursday.
"We are told that the airlines are our customers," FAA inspector Charlambe "Bobby" Boutris said. "But we have a more important customer, the taxpayers" who want government to ensure a safe aviation system.
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"We are told that the airlines are our customers," FAA inspector Charlambe "Bobby" Boutris said. "But we have a more important customer, the taxpayers" who want government to ensure a safe aviation system.
Link to full article (opens in new window)
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