RE:ceo abandoning shipWell he fulfilled his 5 year Mandate. Alot of CEO's leave start ups after year 5. I am not saying this is a positive, unless they find someone more qualiifed. Very strange to leave however, with re-scheduling coming and hopefully SAFE soon after. They may be transitioning to a more international (US) focused approach and need someone with better ties or experience in those areas.
Just thinkig out loud