William Trackman

William Trackman, the former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, sheds light on critical aviation safety issues amidst increasing airline mishaps. He discusses how staffing shortages and diversity hiring practices are affecting safety protocols. Trackman highlights a lawsuit against the FAA for alleged discriminatory hiring, stressing its implications for public trust. The conversation also examines Boeing's accountability and the tension between merit-based recruitment and diversity initiatives, questioning their impact on the industry's safety standards.