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IndiGo Names Michael Whitaker as Independent Director

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May 2025

IndiGo announced that Michael Whitaker will join as an Independent Aviation Administration (FAA), the U.S. agency in charge of air safety, efficiency, and the operation of the national air traffic system in the U.S.A. He resigned from the FAA in January of this year.

IndiGo Names Michael Whitaker as Independent Director

Rahul Bhatia, Managing Director of IndiGo, said, "Mike's deep and varied industry and government experience will contribute significantly to having an effective and diverse Board. His focus on efficiency, operations, air safety as head of the FAA will reinforce IndiGo's longstanding focus on operating at the highest levels. Also, his extensive experience in Internatio

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