A government employee (and his/her union) has many rights relating to being called as a witness in an arbitration case. This is often an extension of the grievance process so the employee has representation rights and […]

This installment of NATCA’s Know Your Rights series will explain the unfair labor practice known as “union bypass” or “direct dealing.” In both private and public sector labor law, the union is a sole legitimate collective […]

You have filed a grievance alleging a contractual violation. How do you get information to support your grievance? File an information request. The FAA has recently proposed a change in conditions of employment. As the NATCA […]

The management at your facility has allowed controllers to arrive 15 minutes or so late with no consequences. This has gone on for many years and everyone knows about the policy so that a few minutes […]

The Department of Transportation has revised the Drug and Alcohol Testing Order 3910.1C to 3910.1D. The Order was implemented effective October 1, 2010. NATCA and FAA are currently engaged in discussion over the agency’s unilateral implementation […]

Question: Am I required to report the use of any medication to the Regional Flight Surgeon in between the yearly ATC physical examination? Answer: Yes. Air traffic controllers must hold a valid and current medical clearance […]