I am confident that this shift to a continuous Top 5 will better focus resources and efforts
to address o ur highest - risk sa fety issues. Reshaping this important effort allows our
primary focus to be on success rather than on the timeline for mitigation.
On another note, I want to close this message by commending the efforts of our ATO
employees working under extraordinary con ditions in the aftermath of Hurricanes Harvey,
Irma , and Maria. The urgency and ingenuity you demonstrated to reestablish operations
in the affected areas are a testament to your dedication to our service to the American
public. Air traffic services are an essential bridge — in many cases, a literal lifeline — for
the relief and recovery efforts, especially in remote areas such as Puerto Rico and the
U.S. Virgin Islands.
There is much rebuilding ahead of us, not only by the agency to restore or replace
man aged NAS equipment, but also by the individuals and families who call these places
home. I encourage everyone in these impacted areas to take a look at hurricane - related
res ources and information on the FAA's website.
Thanks everyone!
Teri L. Bristol ATO Chief Operating Officer
