– Today, House Aviation Subcommittee Chair Rick Larsen (WA-02) issued the following statement on news of the resignation of Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg: “Nothing is more important than the safety of the traveling public. As Chair of the Aviation Subcommittee, I remain committed to the thorough oversight of the 737 MAX certification process and ensuring the… Read more »

EVERETT, WA – House Aviation Subcommittee Chair Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement in response to Boeing’s decision to temporarily halt the production of 737 MAX airplanes at its Renton, Washington factory: “Today’s Boeing announcement is a body blow to its workers and the region’s economy. The only saving grace is the Boeing leadership has… Read more »

House Aviation Subcommittee Chair Rick Larsen (WA-02) delivered the below opening statement at the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing entitled “The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Federal Aviation Administration’s Oversight of the Aircraft’s Certification.” You can view Chair Larsen’s opening statement here. Remarks as prepared for… Read more »

House Aviation Subcommittee Chair Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the below opening statement ahead of the December 11th House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing entitled “The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Federal Aviation Administration’s Oversight of the Aircraft’s Certification.” For a full video of the statement, click here. Remarks as prepared… Read more »

Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02), a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, issued the following statement in response to a crude oil spill in Fidalgo Bay: “I am very concerned about reports of a crude oil spill at Shell Puget Sound Refinery in Fidalgo Bay on Friday night. My staff will continue to monitor the situation and I have asked the U.S. Coast Guard,… Read more »

Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02), Rep. Don Young (AK) and Rep. Angie Craig (MN-02) introduced bipartisan legislation to promote career opportunities in the transportation industry. The Promoting Service in Transportation Act (H.R. 5118) authorizes the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to develop a series of broadcast, digital and print media public service announcement campaigns to… Read more »

House Aviation Subcommittee Chair Rick Larsen (WA-02) delivered the below statement at the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing entitled “The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Design, Development and Marketing of the Aircraft.” You can view Chair Larsen’s opening statement here. Remarks as prepared for delivery “Thank you, Chair DeFazio. “I… Read more »

House Aviation Subcommittee Chair Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the below statement ahead of the October 30th House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing entitled “The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Design, Development and Marketing of the Aircraft.” For a full video of the statement, click here. Remarks as prepared for delivery “Hello, I am U.S.… Read more »

Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02), Chair of the House Aviation Subcommittee, issued the following statement after the release of an instant message chain between two Boeing employees regarding the 737 MAX: “The most recent trove of documents from Boeing show a stunning lack of integrity of a Boeing employee to whom was entrusted a vital role. “It begs the question about who at… Read more »

Good morning and thank you to the witnesses for joining today’s hearing on the implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018. One year ago, this Committee wrote comprehensive, bipartisan legislation to: Raise the bar on aviation safety; Improve the flying experience for the traveling public; Better prepare and diversify the aviation workforce; and Foster innovation in… Read more »