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"The Maverick Manager is both a memoir and
a call to action. It provides a detailed
critique of the FAA's
management and operational
practices while offering bold solutions to
modernize the air traffic control
system. My insights are grounded in decades
of firsthand experience, making the book a valuable
resource for policymakers, aviation
professionals, and the public."
-Frank E. Boyer
The Author
The Author
The Book
This book examines the autocratic
management practices at the
Washington FAA headquarters,
a leadership style that took root over
three decades ago.
As seasoned personnel have become
increasingly scarce, the FAA’s struggle
to attract experts to Washington, D.C.
has created a critical disconnect.
Drawing on his experience within the
FAA, the author provides a rare and
insightful perspective on the
challenges this shift has brought.
Through vivid storytelling, the book not
only analyzes the impact of this shift
but also proposes actionable solutions
for restoring operational integrity and
fostering a more effective leadership
structure within the FAA.
IS IT SAFE TO FLY?
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