FAA Names New Chief Financial Officer, Former Hill Aide Chris Bertram Named to Post

WASHINGTON - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Administrator Jane F. Garvey has named Chris P. Bertram as
Assistant Administrator for Financial Services and Chief Financial
Officer. In his new position, Bertram will oversee a combined
operating and capital budget of more than $13 billion and will serve
as Garvey's principal advisor on budget, performance
management, and financial issues.

"With more than 13 years of budget experience in the federal
government, Chris's knowledge and insight will be a valuable
addition to the FAA," Garvey said. "His background in
transportation policy and budget management will certainly assist
him in taking on a job of this magnitude."

Prior to joining the FAA, Bertram served as a senior professional
aide for the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the
U.S. House of Representatives. During his time on the
committee, he drafted major legislation including the
Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA 21) and the
Aviation Investment and Reform Act for the 21st Century
(AIR 21). AIR 21 increased aviation funding to make skies safer,
modernize air traffic control, reduce flight delays, and boost airline
competition.

Bertram has also served in various positions in the White House
Office of Management and Budget and the U. S. Department of
Transportation. He holds a master's degree from Harvard
University and a bachelor's degree from Trinity University in San
Antonio, TX.