We Guide You Home 
We Guide You Home We Guide You Home Documents
NATCA Update Thursday May 2 2024
NATCA Update Thursday May 2 2024
NATCA Update Monday May 6 2024
NATCA Update Monday May 6 2024
NATCA Update Monday April 29 2024
NATCA Update Monday April 29 2024
NATCA Update Friday May 3 2024
NATCA Update Friday May 3 2024
NATCA Update Friday April 26 2024
NATCA Update Friday April 26 2024
Posts
Visit MyNATCA
#NATCA Eastern Region, the only way to get important NATCA mailings, emails, and more is to ensure your address is up to date by visiting: MY.NATCA.ORG
Documents
Fatigue Study Directive Memo
Fatigue Study Directive Memo
Fatigue Memo From COO to ATO Employees_5-3-24-final
Fatigue Memo From COO to ATO Employees_5-3-24-final
Posts
EVP Andrew LeBovidge Inspires Action at NiW: Urges NATCA Members to Lead and Energize Union Advocacy
NATCA Executive Vice President Andrew LeBovidge electrified the crowd at the #NATCAinWashington (NiW) General Session on Thursday. He expressed his gratitude to the attendees for dedicating their time to the conference. LeBovidge praised the 2024 NiW […]
Documents
Posts
CENTRAL REGION UPDATE – MAY 2024
The May, 2024 Central Region Update is now available. In this edition:
Documents
Posts
NiW Hosts Key Political Experts Discussing the Road Ahead
On Wednesday afternoon at #NATCAinWashington, NATCA Director of Government Affairs Josh Nassar led an engaging panel discussion with Vice President of Lake Research Partners Meryl O’Bryan and House Majority Political Action Committee Senior Advisor Brad Komar, […]
Documents
May 1, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
May 1, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
Posts
NiW Welcomes FAA Deputy Administrator Katie Thomson
The participants of #NATCAinWashington 2024 welcomed FAA Deputy Administrator Katie Thomson. Nearly 400 of our Union’s members are at #NATCAinWashington for a week of pivotal advocacy and legislative action on Capitol Hill. Thomson, appointed in June […]
Documents
Posts
Honoring Our Advocates’ Dedication and Difference-Making on Capitol Hill
We commend all of our activists who traveled to our nation’s capital to #NATCAinWashington 2024. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a returning participant, thank you for your commitment to championing our Union’s issues with […]
Documents
Posts
Senator Roger Marshall Praises Air Traffic Controllers in Speech from Senate Floor
Senator Roger Marshall (Kan.) praises air traffic controllers in a speech from Senate floor. The Senator calls for passage of The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.
Documents
Posts
NATCA Honors 2024 Regional Legislative Award Winners at NiW
Congratulations to NATCA’s 2024 Regional Legislative Award winners! Each year, the spotlight shines at #NATCAinWashington where the National Legislative Committee (NLC) celebrates standout activists from each region. Chosen by their Regional Vice Presidents, these champions embody […]
Wake Turbulence
Luke Miller (I90) is the National Wake Turbulence Article 114 Representative. Background: Consolidated Wake Turbulence (CWT) will reduce and streamline the number of wake turbulence separation standards implemented in the national airspace (NAS). Currently, three (3) orders […]
Documents
Posts
Air Traffic Operations Management System (ATOMS)
Jason Doss is the National ATOMS Article 114 Representative. The Air Traffic Operations Management System (ATOMS) Collaborative Workgroup (CWG) conducted a continuous two-week test of ATOMS at Roanoke ATCT (ROA) during pay period six (started on […]
Training Enterprise Application & Management (TEAM)
Adonna Prior (LAS) is the National TEAM Article 114 Representative. Background: The NATCA TEAM Program SMEs have collaborated with management TEAM program SMEs, 2400, and Volanno (TEAM’s developer) throughout the national and post-rollout phases. This collaboration […]
Operational Analysis and Reporting System (OARS)
Megan Holst is the National OARS Article 114 Representative. Background: The Operational Analysis and Reporting System is the enterprise portal that consolidates safety data and functions in support of the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Safety Management […]
Professional Standards
Chris Keyes, Lydia Baune, and Patrick Carter are the Professional Standards Article 52 Representatives NATCA’s Professional Standards Program (PSP) has now processed over 5,100 cases since the program began. The program helps to maintain, promote, and […]
Flow Management and Data Services (FMDS)
Matt Gammon (ZID) is the National FMDS Article 114 Representative Background: Flow Management and Data Services is a planned system of tools that will manage demand and National Airspace (NAS) capacity. The initial concept of FMDS is […]
Weather
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the National Weather Article 114 Representative. Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP) and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, AWD will also incorporate new weather […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John T. Lenhart (ZOA) is the National Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP) Article 114 Representative. ATOP Program Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g., vertical movement) and alerts controllers when […]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the Chairperson of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) OSHA Committee. Background: The NATCA OSHA Committee assists NATCA representatives and members in identifying, understanding, preventing, and seeking remedies for occupational safety […]
Capturing the Moment: Share Your NiW Experience & NATCA’s Advocacy Power
At #NATCAinWashington, every interaction, every message, and every meeting carries immense weight. Our Union’s collective voice, amplified by the dedication and passion of each member, resonates through the halls of Congress. It’s about more than just […]
Documents
May-2024-ERR-Demand-Sheet-1
May-2024-ERR-Demand-Sheet-1
Posts
Airspace and Procedures First Course Conduct (FCC)
NATCA is requesting six (6) volunteers to include at least one Region X Staff Support Specialist (SSS), one (EnRoute or Level 9 or higher TRACON) Facility Staff Support Specialist (SSS), and one (EnRoute or Level 9 […]
Safety Culture Representative
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) is requesting one (1) volunteer to serve as the full-time, eighty (80) hours per pay period, Safety Culture Representative. The Safety Culture Representative will be responsible for but not limited […]
NATCA Member Meets with U.S. Representatives Sam Graves, Buddy Carter, and Mike Collins
Paul Konosky (DeKalb-Peachtree ATCT, PDK) recently met with U.S. Representatives Sam Graves (Mo.-6), Buddy Carter (Ga.-1), and Mike Collins (Ga.-10). He thanked them all for their support on the FAA Reauthorization. Konosky also had a discussion […]
Newark ATCT Member Meets with U.S. Representative Bill Pascrell
On March 18, Joe DePinto (Newark ATCT, EWR) attended U.S. Representative Bill Pascrell’s (N.J.-9) St. Patrick’s Day Celebration in Patterson. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, New Jersey State Senator Paul Sarlo, and other locally-elected officials were […]
Documents
May 1, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
May 1, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
Posts
NATCA Charitable Foundation Boosts Community Support with Exciting Events at NiW 2024
The NATCA Charitable Foundation was excited to once again be a part of #NATCAInWashington (NiW), hosting events to raise support for charities in our members’ communities nationwide! On Tuesday evening, during the event’s opening reception at […]
Documents
May 2, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
May 2, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
May 1, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
May 1, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
Posts
U.S. Senator Mike Braun at 2024 NiW: Bipartisan Efforts to Boost FAA Hiring
NATCA was proud to have U.S. Senator Mike Braun of Indiana join us Thursday morning to speak to our 2024 #NATCAinWashington attendees. Senator Braun is a lifelong Hoosier, raised in Jasper, Ind. Prior to his election […]
Documents
Posts
Staying Safe Online: NATCA Members Learn to Navigate the Hatch Act at NiW
At #NATCAinWashington, our members heard a critical and engaging briefing and question-and-answer session on the Hatch Act. Special Counsel to NATCA’s President Eugene Freedman, along with Deputy Chief at the Office of Special Counsel Erica Hamrick, […]
Documents
May 2, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
May 2, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
Posts
2024 Trish Gilbert Legislative Activism Award
NATCA takes immense pride in celebrating the unwavering dedication and spirit of our members who excel in legislative activism. Since 2009, at the annual NATCA in Washington event, we have bestowed the prestigious National Legislative Activism […]
Documents
May 1, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
May 1, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
Posts
First-Time Attendees Shine at NATCA in Washington, Ready to Make Legislative Impact
This morning was a pivotal moment for the 130 first-time attendees at #NATCAinWashington. As they prepared to travel to Capitol Hill, they gathered to immerse themselves in the essence of advocacy that defines NATCA. Our Union’s […]
Documents
May 2, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
May 2, 2024: Images from NATCA in Washington in Washington DC.
Posts
NATCA STRONGLY SUPPORTS FAA REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2024
(WASHINGTON) – The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) announced today its strong support of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act of 2024. NATCA is holding its annual legislative conference, NATCA in Washington, this week, […]
Documents
Posts
President Rich Santa Ignites Action at NATCA in Washington 2024
On Wednesday, NATCA President Rich Santa fired up the crowd at #NATCAinWashington 2024, rallying our passionate NATCAvists for a week of empowerment and action. Our mission: To ignite, empower, and enlighten NATCA’s members. Legislative activism is […]
Documents
Posts
NiW Welcomes U.S. Representative Sharice Davids (Kan.-03)
NATCA was honored to have U.S. Representative Sharice Davids (Kan.-03) address our members at #NATCAinWashington, who are gathered in D.C. for a week of advocacy and action on Capitol Hill. Rep. Davids was raised by a […]
Documents
Posts
NiW Welcomes House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (N.Y.-08)
NATCA was thrilled to welcome House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (N.Y.-08) to #NATCAinWashington 2024. Jeffries spoke to the nearly 400 NATCA members, gathering in D.C. for a week of critical advocacy, letting our members hear from […]
Documents
Posts
NiW Roll Call: Uniting NATCA Members in Tradition and Teamwork
Our dynamic NATCA Regional Vice Presidents and National Legislative Committee members are thrilled to represent their colleagues during the roll call at #NATCAinWashington 2024! With representatives from all nine geographic regions and Region X, our team […]
Documents
Posts
Capture the Action: Share Your #NATCAinWashington Moments
As NATCA members engage with members of Congress and their staff this week, we’d love to see your snapshots! Please send your photos to [email protected] and share them on social media using the hashtag #NATCAinWashington (NiW). […]
Documents
Posts
NATCA in Washington 2024 Begins This Week
Nearly 400 NATCA activists are set to travel to Washington, D.C., for NATCA in Washington (NiW) 2024! We have contacted all 535 congressional offices to secure meetings where our NATCAvists will champion our Union’s cause. Each […]
May 2024 New England Bi-Monthly Regional Update #1
From Mick Devine, NATCA New England Regional Vice President Brothers and Sisters, Summer is rapidly approaching, and May appears to be a very busy month for us. We have U.S. elections, NATCA in Washington, our first […]
Documents
Posts
Human Performance (Article 55)
Aaron Katz (P50) is the National Human Performance Representative. Background: The Human Performance Representative is the NATCA liaison to AJI 155, the FAA Human Performance office. The office is comprised of a group manager (currently Jason […]
Tower Data Link Services (TDLS)
Thayer Davis (MSP) is the National TDLS Article 114 Representative. Background: Provide a collaborative approach for FAA and NATCA to identify and mitigate potential operational impacts to Air Traffic Control personnel using the Tower Data Link […]
Navigation
Nate Pair is the National Navigation Article 114 Representative. Background: The Navigation Representative works closely with Agency Program Managers in three key areas: Ground Based Navigation, Satellite Navigation, and Visual Guidance Lighting Systems. Ground-based Navigation’s primary focus […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Brent Luna (ZFW) is the National SBS Office Article 114 Representative. Background: The SBS program was created to manage programs that will enable the Air Traffic Control (ATC) system to migrate from one that relies on […]
En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM)
Scott Roach (ZME) is the National EnRoute Technical Article 114 Representative Background: ERAM is the baseline software used for the 20 CONUS En Route Air Traffic Control Centers. In addition, ERAM supports connections to multiple systems used within the […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDS-R)
Steven Brown (PWM) is the National IDS-R Article 114 Representative Program Summary: The IDS Replacement program was initially created to replace all the Information Display Systems in the National Airspace System (NAS) with a product called […]
Operations Support Group (OSG) Modernization
Joey Tinsley (ZTL) is the Article 114 OSG Modernization Co-Lead for Eastern Service Area (ESA). His report is below: OSG (Operations Support Group) Modernization Representative Background: The Operations Support Group (OSG) NATCA representative is responsible for the […]
Operational Readiness/Contingency Operations
Kevin Wright (D01) is the National Operational Readiness Group (AJR-X) Article 114 Representative. Background: AJR-X is the directorate established to develop, maintain, and exercise contingency planning and readiness. The primary aim of AJR-X is to build […]
Central Service Area (CSA) Operations Support Group (OSG) Modernization Representative
Eric Johnson, Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW), is the National OSG Modernization Article 114 Representative for the Central Service Area. OSG Modernization Representative Background: The OSG NATCA representative is responsible for the execution of […]
NATCA APPLAUDS INCLUSION OF MAXIMUM AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER HIRING, IMMEDIATE ADOPTION OF COLLABORATIVE STAFFING MODEL IN FINAL FAA REAUTHORIZATION BILL
(WASHINGTON) – NATCA is very pleased that maximum air traffic controller trainee hiring for five years and immediate adoption of the NATCA-Air Traffic Organization collaborative staffing model as the basis for the FAA’s Controller Workforce Plan […]
National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE)
Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE) program will encompass what the NAS Voice System (NVS) program . This will include acquisitions to replace our ageing voice switches, as well as the […]
Performance Based Navigation (PBN)
Adam Searcy (ZDC) is the National PBN Article 114 Co-Lead for the Eastern Service Area North Operations Support Group. PBN Single-site Background: PBN Co-Leads are responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of PBN procedures and/or […]
Central Service Area (CSA) Performance Based Navigation Co-Lead
Joel Hays, Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW), is the Article 114 Performance Based Navigation Co-Lead for the Central Service Area Operations Support Group. PBN Co-Lead Background: Performance Based Navigation Co-Leads are responsible for the […]
Aeronautical Information Services (AIS)
Matt Trimble is the National AIS Article 114 Representative. Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) System Updates: Federal NOTAM System (FNS) ops release 2.20 was deployed on April 6th. There were minor complications, but the agency was able […]
Western Service Area (WSA) Performance Based Navigation (PBN) Co-Lead
Jeff Plendl, Los Angeles Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZLA), is the National IFP Article 114 Co-Lead for the WSA. Background: PBN Co-Lead is responsible for the oversight of designing, developing, and implementing single-site Performance Based Navigation […]
ENTERPRISE-INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM (E-IDS)
Amanda Richardson (ZOA) is the National Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS) Article 114 Representative. Background: The Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS) project aims to replace all existing IDSs in the NAS, providing the Agency with one enterprise solution across […]
En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM) Computer-Human Interface (CHI)
George Herbert is the National CHI Article 114 Co-Lead Background: The primary purpose of the CHI Team is to lead the development and documentation of operationally suitable CHI products in the En-Route environment. The team members include: […]
Data Comm
Ray Berndt is the National Data Comm Article 114 Representative. On March 27th, the Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW ARTCC) achieved Initial Operational Capability (IOC) with the En Route Controller Pilot Data Link […]
En Route Information Display System Replacement (ERIDS)
Tony Albert (ZAU) is the National ERIDS Article 114 Representative. Background:ERIDS (En Route Information Display System) is a real time, interactive, electronic information display system that is used as a replacement for paper sources of information. […]
Procedures
Scott Fineron is National Procedures Article 114 Representative Background The NATCA procedures representative works collaboratively with the Mission Support Services Policy Directorate (AJV-P), developing, implementing, amending, and interpreting air traffic policies and regulations contained in FAA […]
NEA State Coordinators Involvement
As #NATCA in Washington (NiW) approaches we look to the Eastern Region state coordinators to learn a bit more about what spurred them to get involved and what they do when it is not NiW season. Some members […]
Documents
Posts
Stories from NATCA In Washington
As #NATCA in Washington (NiW) approaches on May 1-3, 2024, the Eastern Region spoke to the dedicated NATCAvists acting as state coordinators. Everyone that attends NiW has a story about their first time at the event. Jose Rodriguez […]
NATCA Benefits: Ford X-Plan
#NATCA Benefits is proud to partner with Ford and offer our members X-Plan pricing. Members will experience exclusive savings only available to partner company employees and their household members. You’ll pay one low price, and no negotiating […]
NATCA Members Meet with U.S. Representative Jennifer McClellan
On March 6, National Legislative Committee Virginia State Coordinator Brian Schmelzel (Potomac TRACON, PCT), Jackson Berezo (Potomac TRACON, PCT), and Arianna Bocci (Washington Center, ZDC) met with U.S. Rep. Jennifer McClellan (Va.-4th). They thanked McClellan for […]
NATCA 101: Empowering Members through Education and Engagement
NATCA offers an interactive course, NATCA 101, designed to deepen members’ understanding of our Union’s structure and mission. Aimed at both new and current members seeking historical information about our Union and an avenue to achieve […]
Labor Spotlight: Southwest Airlines Flight Attendants Vote to Ratify $6.3B Contract
Southwest Airlines Flight Attendants, represented by TWU Local 556, have successfully ratified a landmark four-year contract, setting a new precedent in the aviation industry. This monumental agreement, valued at $6.3 billion, includes at least $364 million […]
Documents
NCEPT-Priority-Placement-Tool-May-2024
NCEPT-Priority-Placement-Tool-May-2024
NATCA Update Wednesday April 24 2024
NATCA Update Wednesday April 24 2024
NATCA Update Wednesday April 17 2024
NATCA Update Wednesday April 17 2024
NATCA Update Wednesday April 10 2024
NATCA Update Wednesday April 10 2024
NATCA Update Monday April 22 2024
NATCA Update Monday April 22 2024
NATCA Update Monday April 15 2024
NATCA Update Monday April 15 2024
NATCA Update Monday April 8 2024
NATCA Update Monday April 8 2024
NATCA Update Friday April 19 2024
NATCA Update Friday April 19 2024
NATCA Update Friday April 12 2024
NATCA Update Friday April 12 2024
2024 March SFO NEB Mintues – FINAL true
2024 March SFO NEB Mintues – FINAL true
Pages
Posts
Championing Women’s Leadership at Inaugural ATCA Aviation Conference
NATCA members gathered with a diverse group of professionals to discuss and promote the crucial role of women in aviation leadership at the inaugural Women in Aviation Leadership Conference (WIA), hosted by The Air Traffic Control […]
Alaskan Region Member Attends Iditarod Dog Sledding Race with Senator Lisa Murkowski
Flight Services Station (FS1) member Bobby Scurlock recently attended the annual Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race with U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska. The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, also known simply as The Iditarod, is […]
FTD: An Update on FAA Rest Rules
Sisters and Brothers, By now, you have likely seen or heard about the statement from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announcing the Administrator’s intent to implement new rest rules to address air traffic controller fatigue. […]
Pages
Posts
Chag Pesach sameach from your NATCA Family
Chag Pesach sameach from your NATCA family! Passover, also called Pesach, is a major Jewish holiday that celebrates the story of Moses and the ancient Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt. This year, Passover takes place […]
NATCA Calls on FAA to Collaborate on Air Traffic Controller Fatigue
Union Warns Agency Unilateral Decision Could Lead to Additional Mandatory Overtime Due to Understaffing and Policy’s Reduced Controller Availability Although the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) is encouraged that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has […]
Documents
NATCA Reloaded Charter Jan 2024
NATCA Reloaded Charter Jan 2024
Pages
Posts
FTD: Status of Negotiations of the Multi-Unit and Consolidated Collective Bargaining Agreements
Sisters and Brothers, On January 30, 2024, NATCA notified the Agency of our intent to open negotiations on the Multi-Unit and Consolidated Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs), respectively known as the “Light Blue Book” and “Purple Book.” […]
Congratulations to Our Newest FacReps!
The NATCA Onboarding Committee welcomes and thanks all new NATCA leaders who have recently taken office for their terms as FacReps at their local facilities: Central Region:Brock Zuege (Springfield ATCT, SGF) Eastern Region:Edward Borosk (Lynchburg FCT, […]
Happy Earth Day from NATCA
Happy #EarthDay! The Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) is the modernization of America’s air transportation system to make flying safer, more efficient, and more predictable. NextGen is not one technology product or goal but an […]
Documents
NIW Today 2024_final 1
NIW Today 2024_final 1
Posts
Child Care Subsidy: Supporting Families and Careers in Aviation
During April, the Month of the Aviation & Aerospace Child, NATCA’s National Child Care Representative Christina Munro Wilcko (Southern California TRACON, SCT) is spotlighting the FAA’s Child Care Subsidy Program, which significantly aids eligible employees in […]
Documents
Posts
Kansas City Center Member Attends U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids’ Labor Roundtable
James Heath (Kansas City Center, ZKC) recently attended a labor roundtable hosted by U.S. Representative Sharice Davids (Kan.-3rd). Heath thanked Rep. Davids for signing onto the “Dear Colleague” letter supporting NATCA’s two primary legislative goals with […]
Documents
Posts
Leading the Flight Path: NATCA Members Shine at the 46th Professional Women Controllers Conference
NATCA members joined other aviation safety professionals at the 46th Annual Training Conference of Professional Women Controllers (PWC), held in Louisville, Ky., from April 10-13. This event, proudly sponsored by NATCA as a Diamond Sponsor, featured […]
Documents
Posts
MOUNTAIN HIGHLIGHTS March 2024 – From Alex
As always, it’s a privilege to be your Northwest Mountain Regional Vice President. Please stay engaged and hold us accountable. Take care. In Solidarity,Alex Navarro III www.natca.org/[email protected]
Congress Must Pass FAA Reauthorization with Controller Staffing Fix
Congress must require FAA to replace its Finance-driven Controller Workforce Plan with the Collaborative Resources Workgroup’s operational CPC staffing targets developed by the FAA’s Air Traffic Organization and NATCA and verified and validated by the MITRE Corporation’s […]
Documents
FY23 Staffing Fact Sheet Talking Points_2
FY23 Staffing Fact Sheet Talking Points_2
Posts
Upgrade at the NATCA Store: Discover New Badge Holders, Magnets, Watch Bands & More
Explore the upcoming collection of upgraded badge holders, acrylic magnets, and watch bands at NATCA Store. Combining style with practicality, these accessories are a must-have for you and your friends! Visit NATCA Store today: Store.NATCA.org
Documents
Posts
NEB Meeting Minutes Now Available
The minutes from the National Executive Board (NEB) meeting in Houston, Texas, on Feb. 27-28 are now available on the NEB minutes page of the website: https://www.natca.org/neb-minutes/.
Documents
Posts
With D.C. Advertising Campaign, NATCA Urges Congress to Address Staffing Crisis While Taking Action on FAA Reauthorization
NATCA has started an advertising effort targeting members of Congress and other D.C. influencers urging congressional action to address the ATC staffing crisis while Congress acts on FAA Reauthorization. Radio ads started running in the National […]
Documents
Posts
April 2024 New England Bi-Monthly Regional Update #2
From Bryan Krampovitis, NATCA New England ARVP Submit nominations for the Archie League Medal of Safety! Too often, our employer witnesses outstanding service in a situation that could have changed the outcome of an otherwise deadly […]
DRC NY/NJ AREA UPDATE
#NATCA Eastern Region reached out to Disaster Relief Committee (DRC) members Brett Steinle (Pittsburgh ATCT – Retired) and Chris Gallant (JFK ATCT) to discuss how the DRC roll out went following the earthquake in the NY Metropolitan […]
Pages
Documents
2021 NKT CBA FINAL
2021 NKT CBA FINAL
Posts
DRC Response: WV Tornadoes
On April 2, 2024, a large area of hazardous weather created from a strong cold front impacted multiple regions including the #NATCA Eastern Region for over 36 hours. This adverse weather created several tornadoes on the ground, including […]
Documents
Posts
NATCA Represented at Women in Aviation International Conference
This year’s Women in Aviation International (WAI) conference took place in Orlando, Fla. March 21-23. Thousands of female pilots, engineers, executives, flight attendants, air traffic controllers, and others in the aviation sector came together from around […]
NATCA Member Meets with U.S. Reps. Greg Stanton, Pete Aguilar, and Greg Meeks
NATCA member Matt Schorman (Phoenix TRACON, P50) recently had the opportunity to spend time with U.S. Representatives Greg Stanton (Ariz.-4), Pete Aguilar (Calif.-33), and Gregory Meeks (N.Y.-5). During their time together, Schorman discussed many things with […]
NATCA Members Can Save Up to 20% on Beacon Relocation Services
NATCA Benefits is pleased to offer our members the services of Beacon Relocation! Whether you are moving across town or across the country, Beacon Relocation will provide you with up to a 20% Realtor® discount through […]
Documents
Posts
Traffic Flow Management System (TFMS)
Anthony Snow is the National TFMS Article 114 Representative. Background: TFMS is a data exchange system supporting the national air traffic flow management and monitoring. TFMS processes all available data sources, such as flight plan messages, […]
NAVAIDS Monitoring Equipment (NME)
Zac Carrigan (MIA) is the National NME Article 114 Representative. Background: Two different consolidated control and monitoring systems are currently operating in the National Airspace System (NAS) – the Integrated Control and Monitoring System (ICMS) and the […]
Terminal Automation Modernization and Replacement (TAMR)
Jason Rose is the NATCA TAMR Article 114 Representative Background: The TAMR program deploys and sustains Terminal Automation for the Terminal Radar Approach Controls (TRACONs) and associated Air Traffic Control Towers in the National Airspace System (NAS). […]
Spring into Knowledge with NATCA 101
As spring flowers bloom, your knowledge can blossom as well. Join the Reloaded Committee as they show how the Union grew from their early roots to what you know today. Whether you are a new sprout […]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the National OSHA Committee Chairperson. Background: The NATCA OSHA Committee endeavors to assist NATCA representatives and members in identifying, understanding, preventing, and seeking remedies for occupational safety and health (OSH) issues. The […]
TERMINAL FLIGHT DATA MANAGER (TFDM)
Ross Costa is the National TFDM Article 114 Representative. Background: TFDM will improve flight data coordination and management for Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) users and enhance surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will replace ATCT paper […]
CENTRAL REGION UPDATE – APRIL 2024
The Central Region Update for April, 2024 is now available. In this Issue:
Documents
2024 CFS Sponsorship Prospectus FINAL
2024 CFS Sponsorship Prospectus FINAL
Posts
NATCA Members Meet with U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries
The NATCA Legislative Committee’s Alabama State Coordinator Jeff Duckworth (Birmingham ATCT, BHM) and Birmingham ATCT FacRep Kelsey Barfield recently attended an event for U.S. Representative Terri Sewell (Ala.-7) with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (N.Y.-8). The […]
NATCA’s Leadership Program LEAP Graduates New Cohort in Glen Rose, Texas
NATCA recently hosted another of its Leadership Experience Acceleration Project (LEAP) in Glen Rose, Texas. LEAP is a cornerstone of NATCA’s commitment to leadership development, and the March class brought representatives from various regions together for […]
Documents
NCEPT-Priority-Placement-Tool-April-2024
NCEPT-Priority-Placement-Tool-April-2024
Posts
Air Traffic Skills Assessment (ATSA) Contractual Obligations Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
NATCA is requesting Forty-Five (45 – 3 from A80, 3 from ATL, 1 from PDK, 8 from ZTL, 2 from SEA, 1 from S46, 2 from BFI, 10 from ZSE, 8 from ZKC, 6 from MCI […]
Documents
May 21, 2024 NCEPT Temp Mods Rules and Timeline
May 21, 2024 NCEPT Temp Mods Rules and Timeline
Posts
Terminal Computer Human Interaction (CHI)
Lee Moore (I90) is the current NATCA Article 114 Terminal CHI rep. Background: The workgroup will address Terminal CHI requirements originating from Terminal Next Generation Air Transportation System (NEXTGEN) programs and improve Terminal CHI products in […]
Wake Turbulence
Luke Miller (I90) is the National Wake Turbulence Article 114 Representative. Background: Consolidated Wake Turbulence (CWT) will reduce and streamline the number of wake turbulence separation standards implemented in the national airspace (NAS). Currently, three (3) orders […]
Weather
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the National Weather Article 114 Representative. Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP) and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, the AWD will also incorporate […]
Flow Management and Data Services (FMDS)
Matt Gammon (ZID) is the National FMDS Article 114 Representative. Background: Flow Management and Data Services is a planned system of tools that will manage demand and National Airspace (NAS) capacity. The initial concept of FMDS is […]
Professional Standards
Chris Keyes, Lydia Baune, and Patrick Carter are the Professional Standards Article 52 Representatives NATCA’s Professional Standards Program (PSP) has processed over 5,075 cases since the program began. The program helps to maintain, promote, and inspire […]
Training Enterprise Application & Management (TEAM)
Adonna Prior (LAS) is the National TEAM Article 114 Representative. Background: The NATCA TEAM Program SMEs have collaborated with management TEAM program SMEs, 2400, and Volanno (TEAM’s developer) throughout the national and post-rollout phases. This collaboration […]
Human Performance (Article 55)
Aaron Katz (P50) is the current National Human Performance Representative. Background: The Human Performance Representative is the NATCA liaison to AJI 155, the FAA Human Performance office. The office is comprised of a group manager (currently […]
Operational Analysis and Reporting System (OARS)
Megan Holst is the National OARS Article 114 Representative. Background: The Operational Analysis and Reporting System is the enterprise portal that consolidates safety data and functions in support of the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Safety Management […]
U.S. Rep. Nick LaLota Tours New York Center
U.S. Representative Nick LaLota (N.Y.-1) recently toured New York Center (ZNY) where he met with local members Cory Davids, Bill Ordon, and David Romano. The controllers began the tour by explaining what airspace the facility covers […]
Use the filters below to fine tune your search.
