The government today (Sunday) approved the appointment of Maj. Gen. (res.) Yiftach Ron Tal to the position of Chairman of the Israel Airports Authority Council. The appointment is for a four-year term.
Maj. Gen. (res.) Yiftach Ron Tal brings with him many years of experience in public service, in managing large organizations, and in key positions in the defense and civilian systems. Among his previous positions, he served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Israel Electric Corporation, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Israel Ports Company, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Model - a Defense Company, as well as in senior command positions in the IDF, including Commander of the Ground Force.
The search committee noted that Ron Tal is a candidate with appropriate qualifications, extensive managerial and professional experience in the fields of infrastructure and safety, and that he is suitable for the challenges facing the Airports Authority, including managing a complex aviation system, maintaining a high level of safety, and promoting the development of civil aviation in Israel.
The cabinet meeting also approved the appointment of Ofer Vaknin to the position of Director of the Aviation Safety Investigation Authority at the Ministry of Transport and Road Safety. The authority is responsible for investigating accidents and safety incidents in civil aviation, in accordance with international standards, with the aim of drawing systemic lessons, improving the level of safety, and preventing recurrence of incidents.
Vaknin has extensive professional experience in the field of aviation and air safety, and has in-depth knowledge of civil aviation safety systems, aviation regulation, and the management of safety investigations. In his previous positions, he was involved in the management, supervision, and investigation of aviation safety incidents, and he brings with him practical knowledge and accumulated experience working with aviation authorities, regulators, and international bodies.
Minister of Transportation Miri Regev: "I welcome the approval of the appointment of Maj. Gen. (res.) Yiftach Ron-Tal as Chairman of the Airports Authority Council and the appointment of the Authority's Director of Aviation Safety Investigation. These are professional and responsible appointments that will strengthen the civil aviation system, safety, and the management of national bodies for the benefit of the citizens of Israel.""
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