Robert L. Sumwalt (U.S. government official)

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Walters, James M Walters; Sumwalt, Robert L. (2000). Aircraft Accident Analysis – Final Reports . New York City, New York: McGraw-Hill. ISBN   978-0-071-3-51492.

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Robert L. Sumwalt
Robert L. Sumwalt official photo.jpg
14th Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board
In office
August 10, 2017 June 30, 2021
Political offices
Preceded by Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board
2017-2021
Succeeded by