U.S. Transportation Security Administration chief John Pistole says a long overdue repair station security rule has been forwarded to the White House’s Office of Management and Budget for review, although the OMB on March 15 had yet to acknowledge receipt. Upon receipt of the rule, OMB will initiate a 60- to 90-day review, which usually is the final hurdle before a rule can be issued.

Moore Stephens Isle of Man promoted Grant Atchison to head of aviation.

Boeing Commercial Airplanes named Bob Feldman VP and general manager of 777X development and Keith Leverkuhn VP and general manager of the 737 MAX program.

Air New Zealand appointed Rob Jager a non-executive director, effective April 1.

California Pacific Airlines appointed John Selvaggio president and CEO, replacing founder and Chairman Ted Vallas.

StandardAero appointed Ken Aso senior VP-corporate strategy and customer development.

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