[pyrosome]

More effective would be to put in place a lengthy blackout period (years) for aviation industry employees before allowing them to join the FAA and vice versa. The point being to significantly degrade the influence and political utility of "revolving door" hires.

[mobilefriendly]

I'm a former Congressional staffer -- these types of blanket restrictions on employment are thought to be unconstitutional (like a blanket noncompete). People have a right to careers. Plus the FAA needs industry expertise. Need a different solution.

[jakoblorz]

Why would anybody then switch from industry to the FAA? No industry related pay until hired by the FAA - thats a bold transition