A4A, NATA Congratulate TSA Administrator on Nomination for Second Term

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and Airlines for America (A4A), congratulated TSA Administrator David Pekoske on his nomination by President Biden for a second term.

David Pekoske

A4A President and CEO Nicholas Calio said for the past five years, Administrator Pekoske has done a tremendous job of leading TSA through the most challenging period in aviation while continuing to create a safe environment for the traveling public as well as passenger and cargo carriers. “He is an extraordinary leader who knows how to anticipate challenges, collaborate with stakeholders and work through problems before they occur,” said Calio.

Over the past five years, Administrator Pekoske has identified opportunities to strengthen the agency and maximize its operations, making it an even more effective agency for the future. “A4A and our members are grateful for his keen vision, tireless service and unwavering partnership,” said Calio. “We look forward to continuing our work with the TSA under Administrator Pekoske’s leadership.”

“NATA appreciates Administrator Pekoske’s tireless efforts to improve transportation security across all modes and we look forward to future collaboration,” stated NATA President and CEO Timothy Obitts. “When confirmed, Administrator Pekoske will continue to make a difference in advancing our Nation’s Airspace System’s security through prioritizing workforce recruitment and retention, including leveraging diversity and inclusion to develop a culture that embraces creativity and forward-thinking to mitigate risks and respond to threats. Administrator Pekoske embodies the ‘together we are better’ principle that NATA stands behind.”

Kim Stevens

Kim Stevens is the publisher of State Aviation Journal, which he founded in 2009. A longtime commercial-rated pilot, he was introduced to state aviation in 1992 as Director of the Nebraska Department of Aeronautics, later serving as Deputy Division Director for the Arizona Department of Transportation's Aeronautics Division. From 2013 to 2018, he was Director of Communications and Operations for the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) in Washington, D.C. Relocating to North Carolina, Kim worked for the Raleigh-Durham International Airport for two years and now concentrates solely on the Journal. Prior to his aviation career, Kim spent a decade in the newspaper and magazine business.