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Ed Mullin is pictured above, second from right. Barry Krasner is fifth from left. —————————————– Reflections on the Life and Career of Barry Krasner By Ed MullinRetired charter memberSouthwest Regional Vice President Emeritus; NSW Regional Rep […]

(Sept. 7, 2018) The aviation bug bit Houston Center (ZHU) member Dustin Newell at a very young age – 5 or 6 by his estimation – and it’s never let go over these past 35 years. […]

Wilmington, Del., ATCT (ILG) was commissioned in 2001, but the old tower can still be seen attached to the terminal building as visitors drive past the airport on DuPont Highway. ILG has the distinction of being […]

Announcing the Step into Sports Step All-Agency Team Challenge starting September 18! Step into Sports is a fun way to get active with your co-workers while exploring sporting events from around the world including the World […]

Bob Richards, a dedicated 30-year veteran air traffic controller and NATCA member who spent the bulk of his career at Chicago O’Hare ATCT (ORD), brightened every room and conversation with his unforgettably upbeat smile and personality, […]

On Aug. 31, 2000, the Federal Labor Relations Authority certified NATCA as the exclusive bargaining representative of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airports Division (ARP) employees. ARP employees manage the $3.2 billion Airport Improvement Grant Program (AIP) and the Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Program.

NATCA’s National ARP Rep Brad Davidson is based in the Detroit Airports District Office (ADO) and is a licensed professional engineer. Over the last 15 years, he has primarily filled the role of environmental protection specialist, but has also had responsibilities of community planner, program manager, and passenger facility charge specialist. Davidson answered questions about ARP members’ role in keeping the National Airspace System (NAS) safe and efficient.