Do you know a fellow NATCA member who consistently demonstrates professionalism and sets a positive example for others? Nominate them for the 2026 Professionalism Award. Submissions are open through June 1, 2026. This award will be presented at Communicating for Safety (CFS). Submitting a […]
Professional Standards Committee News
Celebrating Professionalism Across the NAS
Professionalism is more than a standard — it is a value lived every day by NATCA members. At Communicating For Safety 2025, Professional Standards Co-Chairs Lydia Baune and Patrick Carter honored four members with the NATCA […]
Nominate Your Peers for the National Professionalism Award by June 1
In aviation, where safety and precision are paramount, the way we perform our duties speaks volumes about our commitment to excellence. Professionalism is not just the job you do, but how you do the job. Now, […]
Professional Standards Committee Goes to Albuquerque to Train Members
The Professional Standards (PS) Committee held a 3-day training at Albuquerque Center (ZAB) from Oct. 22-24. The course was led by instructors Lydia Baune (Spokane ATCT, GEG), Patrick Carter (Dallas-Fort Worth TRACON, D10), and Chris Keyes […]
Professional Standards Committee Connects and Engages at CFS
During the final day of Communicating For Safety 2024, the Professional Standards Committee held a productive meeting with NATCA members and international air traffic controllers. Participants shared insights on their own Professional Standards Programs. The committee […]
Nominate Your Inspirational Colleagues for the 2024 NATCA National Professionalism Award by June 1!
There are fewer than three months remaining to submit nominations to Professional Standards for the NATCA National Professionalism Award. Do you work with someone who inspires you, motivates others, and demonstrates professionalism day in and day […]