Sen. Cantwell each day they help keep americans moving safely. 25,000 u. S. Airline flights carrying 2. 5 million passengers across the country and around the world. Today, you will come before the committee with more than 30 years of diverse experience in aviation, including executive leadership in the private sector and three years serving as f. A. A. Deputy administrator. He led the f. A. A. s modernization of the National Air Space system known shorthand as nextgen, and i hope he will be able to illuminate today the progress that weve made, important milestones that weve achieved and what we need to do to get it finally implemented. Mr. Whitaker will bring a commitment to advancing aviation safety and appreciate his support by families who have lost loved ones and who have been very dedicated to improving aviation safety. But there are challenges that remain. Americas Aviation System is under stress, demonstrated by the number of near misses and close calls. We need to hear today a
1, the chair declares the house when members return, well have live coverage here on cspan. This morning on capitol hill, Michael Whitaker testified for his nomination to head the federal aviation administration. Hes appearing this morning ahead of the commerce, science and transportation committee. Well take you live there now on cspan. Sen. Cantwell each day they help keep americans moving safely. 25,000 u. S. Airline flights carrying 2. 5 million passengers across the country and around the world. Today, you will come before the committee with more than 30 years of diverse experience in aviation, including executive leadership in the private sector and three years serving as f. A. A. Deputy administrator. He led the f. A. A. s modernization of the National Air Space system known shorthand as nextgen, and i hope he will be able to illuminate today the progress that weve made, important milestones that weve achieved and what we need to do to get it finally implemented. Mr. Whitaker wi
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Target of the first store in San Francisco. I am steve bankly and president of the target stores in the San Francisco bay area. I am very excited to be here for this event and i like to recognize San Francisco mayor ed lee, ceo of united way anne wilson and west field Group Senior Vice president anthony rich and you may have noticed we have our beloved mascot bulls eye with us. Its an exciting time for target. As you know 2012 50 marks our 50th year and we have a new concept and designs for the urban shopper and to complement the citys character and the small store offers the product but more suited to these lifestyles. Instead of 20pound bags of dog food you will find smaller bags and treats to manage to carry around. This is the first store in San Francisco and we are activating our first stand alone active wear store and part of our brand by champion so what does it mean for you . High end apparel without the high end prices and what better way to introduce this concept than here in