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Collaborative Decision Making (CDM)
Ron Foley is NATCA CDM Representative Background: The FCT was formed to address longer term (12-24 months) Collaborative Decision Making (CDM) and Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM) capabilities’ integration with applying an operational approach of using an integration of data, procedures and […]
NextGen
Adam Rhodes is the National NextGen Representative. Background: 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 […]
Human Performance
Aaron Katz 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 Demagalski) and 5 […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John T. Lenhart (ZOA) is the Article 114 Representative for Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP). ATOP Program Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g. vertical movement) and provides alerts to […]
Request for Volunteers: Safety and Technical Education Platform (STEP) Program
The Safety and Technical Education Platform (STEP) program is a group geared to modernize the ATO’s training system as well as improve all aspects of ATO safety and technical training. The STEP program is now moving […]
Request for Volunteer: EnRoute Information Display System (ERIDS) SME
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as an EnRoute Information Display System Subject Matter Expert (SME). DUTIES: THIS a PART -TIME POSITION; eight hours of duty time per pay period. ERIDS is a real-time, interactive, […]
Request for Volunteers: Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS) Data Administration Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
The Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS) program is evaluating its prototype of E-IDS Data Administration tools. The goal is to ensure that the Data Administration tools are simple and easy to use, while also ensuring facility […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Dan Hamilton (SFO) is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage a program that will enable the air traffic control (ATC) system […]
National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE)
Jon Shedden is the NATCA membership as their Article 114 Representative to the VoICE project. Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE) program will encompass what was the NVS program. This will include acquisitions to replace […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDSR)
Tiffany McBride (SCT) is the Article 114 Representative The IDS Replacement program was originally supposed to replace all of the Information Display Systems in the NAS with one product known as NIDS (NAS IDS). The program was later […]
ENTERPRISE-INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM (E-IDS)
Amanda Richardson is the Article 114 Representative for Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS). 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 […]
Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Jimmy Smith is the UAS Representative Background: Unmanned Aircraft Systems’ safe integration into the NAS is an on-going process that continually evolves with rapidly changing technological advancements. UAS integration will require new laws, policies, practices, procedures, and standards. All […]
Performance Based Navigation (PBN) Criteria
Bennie Hutto is the Article 114 National PBN Criteria Representative. Background: PBN design criteria can have a significant impact to instrument flight procedures and routes as they interact with ATC operations. As a result, the Agency and NATCA […]
National Airspace Representative/Established on Required Navigation Performance (EoR)
Josh Haviland is the Article 114 National Airspace Representative and Article 114 National EoR Representative. Background: Required Navigation Performance (RNP) describes an aircraft’s capability to navigate using certain performance standards. When an aircraft is “RNP equipped,” it has the ability to monitor the aircraft’s flight track conformance and […]
Aeronautical Information Services (AIS)
Matt Trimble is the NATCA AIS Representative AIMM E1/FNS Migration Background: On January 26th, AJM-336 Program Office received approval from the JRC to separate the current AIMM E1 investment into two separate investments. The new investment strategy […]
NATCA News Alert: NATCA, FAA Extend Multi-Unit/Consolidated Collective Bargaining Agreements
Dear Brothers and Sisters, NATCA’s highly successful and productive collaborative relationship with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), combined with the start of a new administration committed to supporting unions and collective bargaining rights, has led to […]
NATCA Works with FAA to Host TBO Industry Day
NATCA and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) hosted a virtual Industry Day for Trajectory Based Operations (TBO) in January. It was geared specifically towards collaboration with airlines and operators. “As the Agency, in collaboration with NATCA, […]
Wake Turbulence
Gerald Quaye is the Article 114 representative for Wake Turbulence. Background: Consolidated Wake Turbulence (CWT) will reduce and streamline the number of wake turbulence separation standards implemented in the national airspace (NAS). There are currently three (3) […]
Traffic Flow Management System (TFMS)
Ryan Jacobs is the NATCA TFMS Representative. Background: TFMS is a data exchange system for supporting the management and monitoring of national air traffic flow. TFMS processes all available data sources such as flight plan messages, flight […]
Time-Based Flow Management (TBFM)
Matt Gammon is the Article 114 Representative for Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) Time Based Flow Management is a system of tools used to manage flows of traffic based on time in order to maximize efficiency. There are a number of technologies within TBFM […]
TERMINAL FLIGHT DATA MANAGER (TFDM)
Aaron Rose is the Article 114 Representative for TFDM. Background: TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for ATCT users, as well as enhanced surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will replace ATCT […]
Terminal Automation Modernization and Replacement (TAMR)
Kyle Ness, 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). The automation […]
Change Strategy
Jimmy Clouse is the Article 114 Representative for Change Strategy. Background: The Change Strategy team works with the National Trajectory Based Operations (TBO) Management/NATCA Co-leads and will work with Operating Area Collaborative Work Group Co-leads, Metroplex Co-leads as well as Regional, and […]
Weather
Eric Avila is the Article 114 Weather 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 new weather products. The AWD will primarily be […]
Professional Standards (PS)
NATCA’s Professional Standards (PS) program has now processed over 3,600 cases since the program began. The program helps to maintain, promote, and inspire professionalism throughout the NAS. The purpose of the PS program is to provide an […]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the Chairperson of NATCA’s OSHA Committee. Background: The NATCA OSHA Committee endeavors to assist NATCA representatives and members to identify, understand, prevent, and seek remedy for occupational safety and health (OSH) issues. The committee is comprised of a […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES and OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John T. Lenhart (ZOA) is the Article 114 Representative for Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP). ATOP Program Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g. vertical movement) and provides alerts to controllers […]
Request for Volunteers: ASI Committee TRACON Mentee Position
The Air Safety Investigations (ASI) Committee has a mentorship program to provide opportunities for NATCA members to be trained as air safety investigators and assist the Committee. A mentee would not normally be deployed on an NTSB […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: March 1-15, 2021
On March 4, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on the AJW-2 Realignment. This briefing was held on March 15, 2021. We are currently discussing the matter internally to determine how to proceed. POCs: Senior Labor Relations […]
HRPM PB #120 – REDUCING COVID-19 RISK EXPOSURE WHEN ENTERING ANY FACILITY AND COVID-19 DAILY WELLNESS CHECKLIST BRIEFING
On March 5, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA on its plans to implement and to disseminate the HRPM Policy Bulletin #120 (PB 120) Reducing COVID-19 Risk Exposure When Entering Any Facility along with a Daily Wellness […]
CHILD CARE SUBSIDY PROGRAM – UPDATE
On February 12, 2021, the Agency informed NATCA that it intended to transfer its Child Care Subsidy Program (CCSP) from a vendor-operated program to an FAA-operated program. It had planned to terminate the contract with its […]
SURVEYS: March 1-15, 2021
NATCA recommends participation in the STEAM Aviation and Space Education (AVSED) survey. Please note that Question 14 asks for the participant’s email address. Providing an email address is voluntary, and NATCA recommends NOT doing so for anonymity reasons. […]
Weather
Eric Avila is the Article 114 Weather 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 new weather products. The AWD will primarily be […]
Professional Standards
NATCA’s Professional Standards (PS) program has now processed over 3,600 cases since the program began. The program helps to maintain, promote, and inspire professionalism throughout the NAS. The purpose of the PS program is to provide an […]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the Chairperson of NATCA’s OSHA Committee. Background: The NATCA OSHA Committee endeavors to assist NATCA representatives and members to identify, understand, prevent, and seek remedy for occupational safety and health (OSH) issues. The committee is comprised of a […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John T. Lenhart (ZOA) is the Article 114 Representative for Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP). ATOP Program Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g. vertical movement) and provides alerts to controllers […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Dan Hamilton is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage a program that will enable the air traffic control (ATC) system to migrate […]
National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE)
Jon Shedden is the NATCA Article 114 VoICE Representative. Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE) program will encompass what was the NVS program. This will include acquisitions to replace our aging voice switches, as well […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDSR)
Tiffany McBride is the Article 114 Representative The IDS Replacement program was originally supposed to replace all of the Information Display Systems in the NAS with one product known as NIDS (NAS IDS). The program was later reduced […]
ENTERPRISE-INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM (E-IDS)
Amanda Richardson is the Article 114 Representative for Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS). 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 […]
National Requirements
Mark Ostronic is the National Requirements Representative Background: The National Requirements Representative works with the Mission Support Services Strategy & Planning (AJV-S) Director to provide a vision, a plan, and the requirements for airspace modernization programs. The NATCA Representative works with internal and external stakeholders to […]
Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) Criteria
Bennie Hutto is the Article 114 National PBN Criteria Representative. Background: PBN design criteria can have a significant impact to instrument flight procedures and routes as they interact with ATC operations. As a result, the Agency and NATCA […]
Commercial Space
Paul Behan is the Article 114 Rep for Commercial Space integration. Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the NAS occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them within special activity airspace. These launch and […]
Airspace /Established on Required Navigation Performance (EoR)
Josh Haviland is the Article 114 National Airspace Representative and Article 114 National EoR Representative. Background: Required Navigation Performance (RNP) describes an aircraft’s capability to navigate using certain performance standards. When an aircraft is “RNP equipped”, it has the ability to monitor the aircraft’s flight track conformance and […]
House Transportation & Infrastructure Hearing on U.S. Aviation
The House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee held a hearing on March 2 titled, “COVID-19’s Effects on U.S. Aviation and the Flight Path to Recovery.” Government Affairs attended this hearing virtually. The hearing explored how COVID-19 has […]
Pete Buttigieg Confirmed as Secretary of Transportation
The Senate has the power to review and approve (or reject) presidential appointees to executive and judicial branch posts. As such, the Senate has been acting on President Biden’s nominees for key positions in the government, […]
COVID Relief Package Starts with “Vote-a-Rama”
Congress is working to advance President Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID relief proposal, which Democrats want to move quickly, so that the legislation is enacted before unemployment benefits expire on Mar. 14. To fast-track the legislation, congressional […]
NATCA Strongly Supports the CONTRACT Act
The Continuity for Operators with Necessary Training Required for ATC Contract Towers (CONTRACT) Act of 2021 would provide an incentive for retired federal controllers to continue working as controllers at the 256 airports that participate in […]
117th Congressional Committee Rosters
The 117th Congress convened on Jan. 3 and the Biden administration took office on Jan. 20. Democrats now control the House, Senate, and White House. The balance of power in the Senate is 50-50, with Vice […]
SURVEYS: Feb. 8 – 26, 2021
NATCA does not recommend participation in the Competency Exploration for Development and Readiness Survey. Please see attached PDF and Word documents. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please email Kendal Manson, Senior Labor Relations […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Feb. 10 – 23, 2021
On February 23, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on FAA Order NG 1000.44B, NextGen Safety Management System. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Senior Labor Relations Representative Melinda […]
CHILD CARE SUBSIDY PROGRAM
On February 12, 2021, the Agency informed NATCA that it intends to transfer its Child Care Subsidy Program (CCSP) from a vendor-operated program to an FAA-operated program. Currently, CCSP participants receive invoices from their child-care providers, […]
ON-SITE PART 139 AIRPORT INSPECTIONS BRIEFING
On February 23, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding the resumption of on-site inspections at airports where the inspection is regarded as mission critical. The Agency had authorized a managerial directive requiring that field managers and […]
Request for Volunteers: Facility Training Administration Course Redesign
NATCA is requesting six volunteers to serve as subject matter experts (SMEs) on the Facility Training Administration Course Redesign. At the bottom of this solicitation is a Google doc link, please follow the link to apply […]
Request for Volunteers: NATCA Aviation Safety (AVS) Voluntary Safety Reporting Program (VSRP) Event Review Team (ERT) Representative/Analyst
NATCA is requesting four volunteers to serve/assist on the Aviation Safety (AVS) Voluntary Safety Reporting Program’s (VSRP) Event Review Team (ERT). ERT: One volunteer will serve as NATCA’s primary ERT representative and one will serve as […]
Wake Turbulence
Gerald Quaye is the Article 114 representative for Wake Turbulence. Background: Consolidated Wake Turbulence (CWT) will reduce and streamline the number of wake turbulence separation standards implemented in the national airspace (NAS). There are currently three (3) […]
Traffic Flow Management System (TFMS)
Ryan Jacobs is the NATCA TFMS Representative Background: TFMS is a data exchange system for supporting the management and monitoring of national air traffic flow. TFMS processes all available data sources such as flight plan messages, flight […]
National Trajectory Based Operations (TBO)/Northeast Corridor (NEC) Operating Area Collaborative Workgroup
Phil Hargarten is the Article 114 National Trajectory Based Operations Representative, Article 114 Northeast Corridor Operating Area Collaborative Workgroup Co-lead, and also sits on the Performance Based Navigation Nextgen Integration Working Group (NIWG) and the Northeast Corridor NIWG. […]
Time-Based Flow Management (TBFM)
Matt Gammon is the Article 114 Rep for TBFM Background: Time Based Flow Management is a system of tools used to manage flows of traffic based on time in order to maximize efficiency. There are several technologies within TBFM to include but […]
TERMINAL FLIGHT DATA MANAGER (TFDM)
Aaron Rose is the Article 114 Representative for TFDM. Background: TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for ATCT users, as well as enhanced surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will replace ATCT […]
Terminal Automation Modernization and Replacement (TAMR)
Kyle Ness 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). The automation […]
NAVAIDS Monitoring Equipment (NME)
Corrie Conrad is the Article 114 Representative for NME 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 Universal […]
Weather
Eric Avila is the Article 114 Weather 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 new weather […]
Professional Standards
NATCA’s Professional Standards (PS) program has now processed over 3,500 cases since the program began. The program helps to maintain, promote, and inspire professionalism throughout the NAS. The purpose of the PS program is to provide an […]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the Chairperson of NATCA’s OSHA Committee. Background: The NATCA OSHA Committee endeavors to assist NATCA representatives and members to identify, understand, prevent, and seek remedy for occupational safety and health (OSH) issues. The […]
NextGen
Adam Rhodes is the National NextGen Representative for NATCA. Background: 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 […]
Human Performance
Aaron Katz is the current National Human Performance Rep. 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 Demagalski) and […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John T. Lenhart (ZOA) is the Article 114 Representative for Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP). ATOP Program Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g., vertical movement) and provides alerts to controllers when a […]
SURVEYS: Jan. 4 – Feb. 5, 2021
NATCA recommends participation in the SFO and ZOA Needs Analysis Survey. Please see attached Word document. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please email Kendal Manson, Senior Labor Relations Administrator, at kmanson@natcadc.org.
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Jan. 11 – Feb. 2, 2021
On February 2, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on the Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM) Volume 8: Leave and Work Schedules LWS-8.18. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: […]
MSS EXECUTIVE OFFICE REFINEMENT BRIEFING
On January 27, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding an upcoming organizational change that the Agency plans to implement. The changes are to the Agency’s own internal structure and include deleting AJV-E3D0 and renaming numerous areas […]
ORDER 7110.65Z CHANGES REGARDING TRANSFERRING AND RECEIVING CONTROLLER HANDOFF
On January 21, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding changes to paragraphs 5-3-4, 5-4-5, and 5-4-6 in Order JO 7110.65Z. The changes address transferring and receiving a controller handoff. Changes were previously made to paragraphs 2-1-14, […]
FALCON QUICK LISTEN FUNCTION PERMISSIONS
On October 11, 2018, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding proposed changes to add new permissions to CEDAR that would affect the FALCON Quick Listen function. The new permissions would allow facilities to give individuals access to […]
Request for Volunteer: Minimum Vectoring Altitude (MVA) Task Force SME
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as as subject matter expert (SME) on the Minimum Vectoring Altitude (MVA) Task Force. DUTIES: The MVA Task Force efforts focus on recommending changes/updates to our operational governing documents and […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Dan Hamilton is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage a program that will enable the air traffic control (ATC) system to migrate […]
Operational Readiness/Contingency Operations
Kevin Wright is the Article 114 Representative to the Operational Readiness Group (AJR-X). 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 contingency into the […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDSR)
Tiffany McBride is the Article 114 Representative Background: The IDS Replacement program was originally supposed to replace all of the Information Display Systems in the NAS with one product known as NIDS (NAS IDS). The program was later reduced […]
Procedures
John Murdock 1s the National Procedures representative Background: The NATCA Procedures Representative works collaboratively with the Mission Support Services Policy (AJV-P) developing, implementing, correcting and interpreting Air Traffic rules and regulations in FAA Orders 7110.65, 7210.3, Airman’s Information Manual […]
Navigation
Brent Luna is the NATCA National Article 114 Navigation Representative Background: The Navigation Representative works closely with Agency Program Managers for the Very High Frequency Omni-directional Range (VOR) Minimum Operational Network (MON) Implementation Program, Distance Measuring […]
Performance Based Navigation (PBN) Criteria
Bennie Hutto is the Article 114 National PBN Criteria Representative. Background: PBN design criteria can have a significant impact to instrument flight procedures and routes as they interact with ATC operations. As a result, the Agency and NATCA […]
National Airspace Representative/Established on Required Navigation Performance (EoR)
Josh Haviland is the Article 114 National Airspace Representative and Article 114 National EoR Representative. Background: Required Navigation Performance (RNP) describes an aircraft’s capability to navigate using certain performance standards. When an aircraft is “RNP equipped”, it has the ability to monitor the […]
Commercial Space
Paul Behan is the Article 114 Rep for Commercial Space integration. Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the NAS occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them within special activity airspace. […]
Wake Turbulence
Gerald Quaye is the Article 114 representative for Wake Turbulence. Background: Consolidated Wake Turbulence (CWT) will reduce and streamline the number of wake turbulence separation standards implemented in the national airspace (NAS). There are currently three (3) […]
Time Based Flow Management (TBFM)
Matt Gammon is the Article 114 Representative for Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) Background: Time Based Flow Management is a system of tools used to manage flows of traffic based on time in order to maximize efficiency. There are a number of technologies within […]
TERMINAL FLIGHT DATA MANAGER (TFDM
Aaron Rose is the Article 114 Representative for TFDM. Background: TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for ATCT users, as well as enhanced surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will replace ATCT paper […]
Terminal Automation Modernization and Replacement (TAMR)
Kyle Ness 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). […]
National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise
Jon Shedden is the Article 114 Representative to the VoICE project. Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE) program will encompass what was the NVS program. This will include acquisitions to replace our aging voice switches, […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDSR)
Tiffany McBride is the Article 114 Representative Background: The IDS Replacement program was originally supposed to replace all of the Information Display Systems in the NAS with one product known as NIDS (NAS IDS). The program was later reduced to 41terminal […]
Performance Based Navigation (PBN)
Bennie Hutto is the Article 114 National PBN Criteria Representative. Background: PBN design criteria can have a significant impact to instrument flight procedures and routes as they interact with ATC operations. As a result, the Agency and NATCA […]
National Airspace/Established on Required Navigation Performance (EoR)
Josh Haviland is the Article 114 National Airspace Representative and Article 114 National EoR Representative. Background: Required Navigation Performance (RNP) describes an aircraft’s capability to navigate using certain performance standards. When an aircraft is “RNP equipped”, it has the ability to monitor […]
Aeronautical Information Services (AIS)
Matt Trimble is the NATCA Article 114 Representative for AIS Aeronautical Information Management Modernization (AIMM) E1 Background: AIMM Enhancement 1 (E1) plans to address the agency’s strategic objectives of establishing authoritative airspace source, consolidation of legacy airspace design tools […]
Time Based Flow Management (TBFM)
Matt Gammon is the Article 114 Representative for Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) Background: Time Based Flow Management is a system of tools used to manage flows of traffic based on time to maximize efficiency. There are several technologies within TBFM to include but […]
TERMINAL FLIGHT DATA MANAGER (TFDM)
Aaron Rose is the Article 114 Representative for TFDM. Background: TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for ATCT users, as well as enhanced surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will replace ATCT paper flight […]
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SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Dan Hamilton (SFO) is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage a program that will enable the air traffic control (ATC) system to […]
National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE)
Jon Shedden represents the NATCA membership as their Article 114 Representative to the VoICE project. Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE) program will encompass what was the NVS program. This will include acquisitions to […]
ENTERPRISE-INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM (E-IDS)
Amanda Richardson is the Article 114 Representative for Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS). 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 […]
Weather
Eric Avila is the Article 114 Weather 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 new weather products. The AWD will […]
Human Performance
Aaron Katz 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 Demagalski) and 5 scientists (the office only […]
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Terminal Automation Modernization and Replacement (TAMR)
Kyle Ness 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). The automation […]
TERMINAL FLIGHT DATA MANAGER (TFDM)
Aaron Rose is the Article 114 Representative for TFDM. Background: TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for ATCT users, as well as enhanced surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will replace ATCT […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Dan Hamilton (SFO) is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage a program that will enable the air traffic control (ATC) system to […]
Operational Readiness/Contingency Operations
Kevin Wright (D01) is the Article 114 Representative to the Operational Readiness Group (AJR-X). 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 […]
Advanced Technologies & OceaNIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John T. Lenhart (ZOA) is the Article 114 Representative for Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP). ATOP Program Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g. vertical movement) and provides alerts to controllers when a […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDSR)
Richie Smith (N90) is the current Article 114 Representative Tiffany McBride (SCT) is the incoming Representative The IDS Replacement program was originally supposed to replace all of the Information Display Systems in the NAS with one […]
ENTERPRISE-INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM (E-IDS)
Amanda Richardson is the Article 114 Representative for Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS). 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 facility […]
Procedures
John Murdock is the NATCA National Procedures Representative Background: The NATCA Procedures Representative works collaboratively with the Mission Support Services Policy (AJV-P) developing, implementing, correcting, and interpreting Air Traffic rules and regulations in FAA Orders 7110.65, 7210.3, Airman’s Information […]
Commercial Space
Paul Behan is the Article 114 Rep for Commercial Space integration. Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the NAS occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them within special activity airspace. These launch and reentry operations […]
Performance Based Navigation (PBN) Criteria
Bennie Hutto is the Article 114 National PBN Criteria Representative. Background: PBN design criteria can have a significant impact to instrument flight procedures and routes as they interact with ATC operations. As a result, the Agency and […]
National Airspace/Established on Required Navigation Performance (EoR)
Josh Haviland is the Article 114 National Airspace Representative and Article 114 National EoR Representative. Background: Required Navigation Performance (RNP) describes an aircraft’s capability to navigate using certain performance standards. When an aircraft is “RNP equipped”, it has the ability […]
WEATHER
Weather Eric Avila is the Article 114 Weather 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 new weather products. The […]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the Chairperson of NATCA’s OSHA Committee. Background: The NATCA OSHA Committee endeavors to assist NATCA representatives and members to identify, understand, prevent, and seek remedy for occupational safety and health (OSH) issues. The committee […]
Government Affairs: Payroll Support Secured for Airline Workers
Throughout the duration of the coronavirus pandemic, NATCA has stood in solidarity with our aviation union sisters and brothers as thousands of furloughs and layoffs went into effect earlier this month in the absence of a […]
Government Affairs: 1% Pay Raise for Federal Employees Effective January 2021
On New Year’s Eve, the President issued an Executive Order (EO) adjusting the pay rates and pay bands for employees covered by the General Schedule (GS) and other statutory pay systems. The general increase is 1.0% […]
Government Affairs: FAA Funded Through Sept. 30, 2021
On Dec. 27, legislation was enacted into law to provide funding for the federal government through the end of the current fiscal year, Sept. 30, 2021. The funding bill, known as an “omnibus,” passed Congress on […]
Government Affairs: 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave Enacted into Law for FAA Employees
The benefits of the Federal Employee Paid Leave Act, providing 12 weeks of paid parental leave, are now codified into law for employees at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The path to enactment was not easy. […]
Government Affairs: 117th Congress Convenes
The 117th Congress convened on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. The House elected Representative Nancy Pelosi for what many believe will be her fourth and final term as Speaker of the House. House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., will […]
Request for Volunteers: Trajectory Based Operations (TBO) TMU Human Factors SME
NATCA is requesting volunteers to serve as subject matter experts (SME) for the Trajectory Based Operations (TBO) TMU Human Factors event. The Human Factors Branch (ANG-E25) at the William J. Hughes Technical Center is recruiting Traffic […]
Request for Volunteers: Trajectory Based Operations (TBO) TMU Human Factors SME
NATCA is requesting volunteers to serve as subject matter experts (SME) for the Trajectory Based Operations (TBO) TMU Human Factors event. The Human Factors Branch (ANG-E25) at the William J. Hughes Technical Center is recruiting Traffic […]
DYNAMIC REGULATORY SYSTEM (DRS) BRIEFING
On December 23, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its plans to establish and to implement a Dynamic Regulatory System (DRS), which will function as a comprehensive knowledge center that combines all regulatory guidance material of […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Dec. 18, 2020 – Jan. 8, 2021
On January 4, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on the Transition of the UIS Program’s PRESS Tool to Corporate Work Plan (CWP) Suite. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. […]
Request for Subject Matter Expert: Great Lakes Region First Course Conduct (FCC)
NATCA is requesting 11 volunteers to serve as subject matter experts for the First Course Conduct (FCC) that will take place virtually via Zoom. DUTIES: The FCC takes three full days and will be conducted Monday, March […]
SURVEYS: Dec. 1 – 23, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Computer Aided Engineering Graphics (CAEG) Survey, specifically for the Region X bargaining unit. Please see attached PDF. NATCA recommends participation in the TBFM Fundamental Survey. The purpose of this survey is […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Nov. 17 – Dec. 17, 2020
On December 17, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the On-site Part 139 Airport Inspections. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney May Silverstein, Senior Labor […]
GREAT LAKES BUILDING SERVICES RETURN TO WORK PLAN, PHASE 1 BRIEFING
On Wednesday, October 21, 2020, the Agency notified NATCA of its plans to implement and to disseminate the Great Lakes, Building Services Return to Work Plan for Phase 1, which governs the procedures and protocol that […]
VERA/VSIP BRIEFING
On Wednesday, November 25, 2020, NATCA received notice from the Agency that it will be offering Voluntary Separation Incentive Payments (VSIP) and Voluntary Early Retirement Authority (VERA) in early 2021 to a limited group of agency […]
OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL, ROAD TO RECOVERY PHASES 1 AND 2 BRIEFING
On December 15, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its plans to implement and to disseminate the Phase 1 and Phase 2 Road to Recovery Plans for the Agency’s Office of General Counsel (AGC), which documents […]
SURVEYS: Oct. 19 – Nov. 30, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Trajectory Based Operations (TBO) Summit Survey. Please see link below. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2020TBOSummit NATCA recommends participation in the Boston Air Route Traffic Control Center Survey. Please see attached Word document. NATCA recommends participation […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Oct. 6-22, 2020
On October 22, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on Great Lakes Building Services Return to Work Plan, Phase 1. We are in the process of scheduling this briefing. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney May Silverstein, Senior […]
WESTERN PACIFIC REGIONAL OFFICE BUILDING RETURN PROCEDURES BRIEFING
On Tuesday, September 15, 2020, the Agency notified NATCA of its plans to implement and to disseminate the Western Pacific Regional Office Building Return Procedures, which govern the procedures and protocol that takes place at the […]
ORDER JO 1050.22A: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR THE AIR TRAFFIC ORGANIZATION
On October 14, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding Order JO 1050.22A: Environmental Management System for the Air Traffic Organization (ATO). This Order revises a previous version published in August 2009. The revisions establish roles and […]
AIR-800 MIO CONSOLIDATION
On October 16, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intent to consolidate the Manufacturing Inspection Office (MIO) Branches within the Aircraft Certification (AIR) System Oversight Division (AIR-800). There are currently four MIO Branches comprised of […]
COVID-19 WJHTC LABORATORY ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
On October 22, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its management guidance for laboratory access at the William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC) during the Agency’s COVID-19 Phases 1, 2, and 3. During the phased reopening, […]
EMP-11.6: GUIDANCE ON TEMPORARY DUTY TRAVEL DURING A PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY
On October 28, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding implementation of EMS-11.6: Guidance on Temporary Duty Travel During a Public Health Emergency and associated Reference Materials. Although this new policy chapter was developed during the current […]
EMP-1.14: PERMANENT INTERNAL ASSIGNMENTS
On October 29, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding revisions to EMP-1.14: Permanent Internal Assignments. The revisions incorporate provisions from various Human Resources Operating Instructions (HROIs) and Human Resources Policy Manual (HRPM) Compensation chapters. Among other […]
ITF Releases Position Paper on Remote Tower Operations
NATCA is a proud member of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), which fights passionately to improve working lives, connecting nearly 700 affiliated trade unions from 150 countries. ITF, headquartered in London, helps their members to […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John T. Lenhart (ZOA) is the Article 114 Representative for Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP). ATOP Program Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g. vertical movement) and provides alerts to controllers […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Dan Hamilton is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage a program that will enable the air traffic control (ATC) system to migrate […]
National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE)
Jon Shedden is the NATCA Article 114 Representative to the VoICE project. Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE) program will encompass what was the NVS program. This will include acquisitions […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDSR)
Richie Smith (N90) is the Article 114 Representative Background: The IDS Replacement program was originally supposed to replace all of the Information Display Systems in the NAS with one product known as NIDS (NAS IDS). The […]
ENTERPRISE-INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM (E-IDS)
Amanda Richardson is the Article 114 Representative for Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS). 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 […]
Commercial Space
Paul Behan is the Article 114 Rep for Commercial Space integration. Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the NAS occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them within Special Activity Airspace […]
NATCA News Alert: NATCA & FAA MOU Concerning New Voluntary Leave Bank Program
Dear Brothers and Sisters, On Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020, NATCA and the FAA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning the creation, implementation, and administration of a new Voluntary Leave Bank (VLB) Program. The VLB Program offers an […]
Request for Volunteers: NAS Voice Recorder (NVR) Operational Test
NATCA is requesting two QA/QC staff specialist volunteers to serve as subject matter experts (SME) for the NAS Voice Recorder (NVR). The NVR program is a major system acquisition will provide for replacement of aging facility […]
Aircraft Certification Legislation Advances in Congress
NATCA represents FAA employees who are involved in the certification of aircraft. Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are seeking changes to the safety culture at the FAA and the process that certifies aircraft following the Boeing 737 […]
Update on Paid Parental Leave for FAA Employees
NATCA’s Government Affairs staff continues to work to ensure that 12 weeks of paid parental leave for FAA employees is codified in law for both current and future FAA workforces. Specifically, NATCA is seeking a technical […]
COVID and Airline Worker Relief Remain Elusive
Despite lack of progress, both chambers of Congress and the White House continue to negotiate on a COVID relief package. Without a consensus on a broader package, several partisan, slimmed-down versions of aid packages have advanced […]
NATCA Secures Critical Funding for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund
NATCA was successful in obtaining a critical technical correction to address a shortfall in the Airport and Airway Trust Fund (AATF) in the continuing resolution. The technical correction, which NATCA aggressively advocated for, transfers $14 billion […]
New Government Funding Deadline: Dec. 11, 2020
A short-term continuing resolution (CR) was enacted at the end of September to avoid a government shutdown on Oct. 1. The CR funds the government through Dec. 11, at which point another government funding bill will […]
Congressional Schedule
The House and Senate are now in recess until after the elections. The Senate remained in session longer than anticipated to advance the U.S. Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett. In the unlikely event that a vote […]
SURVEYS: Oct. 1-16, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Change Management Practitioners Questionnaire. Please see attached Word document. NATCA recommends participation in the FAA Academy Evaluation System Surveys. Please see attached PDFs. If you have any questions regarding these surveys, […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Oct. 1-5, 2020
On October 5, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on FAA Order 7930.2, NOTAM Policy Order DCP Changes. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Senior Labor Relations Representative Melinda […]
OCR #2020-0032 – AIR-600 REFINEMENT BRIEFING
On October 6, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its plans to reorganize the Policy and Innovation Division (AIR-600) in order to complete the alignment of policy-related functions and resources into a single division. This will […]
NATCA Celebrates National Techies Day
It recently was National Techies Day. NATCA members operating the National Airspace System (NAS) are enabled and supported by the efforts of quite a few people who get REALLY excited about technology. We depend on techies and […]
SURVEYS: Sept. 21 – 30, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the FAA Aviation English Language Proficiency (AELP) Survey. Please see attached PDF. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Kendal Manson, Senior Labor Relations Administrator, at kmanson@natcadc.org.
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Sept. 16 – 25, 2020
On September 25, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on Changes to the Handling of Aeronautical Studies in Airports Division (ARP). We are currently in the process of scheduling this briefing. POCs: Senior Labor Relations Representative Melinda […]
FAA ACADEMY RESTART
On July 14, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding reopening the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC) for mission-critical training. The Agency explained the special procedures implemented to protect the health and safety of individuals working and […]
TECHNICAL OPERATIONS SERVICES DISTRICT OPTIMIZATION
On September 16, 2020, the Agency provided NATCA a follow-up briefing regarding its intent to align Technical Operations Services (AJW) with the airspace boundaries of the Air Route Traffic Control Centers through a process called District […]
UPDATED – AJT JATS AND COVER SHEETS
On September 15, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding updates to the Position Documents for 2152-series positions within Air Traffic Services (AJT). The Position Documents are comprised of a Cover Sheet and a Job Analysis Tool […]
FAA ORDER JO 3900.64A AIR TRAFFIC ORGANIZATION (ATO) ELECTRICAL SAFETY PROGRAM
On September 25, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding FAA Order JO 3900.64A Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Electrical Safety Program. This Order revises a previous version published in 2013. The revisions reflect current consensus standards and […]
FAA ORDER IT 1100.171A OFFICE OF INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY (AIT) ORGANIZATION
On September 22, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding FAA Order IT 1100.171A Office of Information and Technology (AIT) Organization. This Order revises a previous version published in 2018. The revisions document changes that have occurred […]
CHILD CARE SUBSIDY INCREASE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
On September 24, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning the Agency’s Child Care Subsidy Program. The MOU increases the total family income amounts under which the Agency will subsidize child […]
COVID-19 – WJHTC BROADCAST MESSAGE – EXISTING PROCESS REGARDING PROPERTY REMOVAL FOR TELEWORK BRIEFING
On Wednesday, September 16, 2020, the Agency provided NATCA with notice of its intention to revise WJHTC Order NG 4600.7E, Removal of Property from the William J. Hughes Technical Center, which authorizes bargaining unit employees (BUEs) […]
Richardson, Hansen Represent NATCA at ATCA Tech Symposium
Laying the Groundwork to Enable Future Technology Oakland Center (ZOA) member Amanda Richardson represented NATCA on the Sept. 14 Air Traffic Control Association (ATCA) Tech Symposium panel entitled, “Laying the Groundwork to Enable Future Technology.” Richardson and […]
Request for Volunteers: E-IDS SMEs
NATCA is requesting four volunteers to serve as E-IDS SMEs. 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 facility types. […]
NATCA Strongly Supports Bipartisan “Aircraft Certification Reform and Accountability Act”
Legislation Would Improve FAA Oversight and Certification Process, Implement Recruitment and Retention Incentives for Aircraft Certification Employees WASHINGTON – The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) today announced its support for the bipartisan Aircraft Certification Reform […]
Child Care Subsidy Increase MOU Signed
On Sept. 24, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning the Agency’s Child Care Subsidy Program. The MOU increases the total family income amounts under which the Agency will subsidize child care […]
SURVEYS: Aug. 28 – Sept. 18, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the 2020 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Kendal Manson, Senior Labor Relations Administrator at kmanson@natcadc.org. NATCA recommends participation in the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). However, we recommend […]
PAYROLL TAX DEFERRAL BRIEFING
On September 9, 2020, the FAA briefed NATCA on the August 8, 2020 Presidential Memorandum on Deferring Payroll Tax Obligations in Light of the Ongoing COVID-19 Disaster. The Memo directs the US Secretary of the Treasury to use his […]
NEW ENGLAND REGIONAL OFFICE: PHASE 2, RETURN TO WORK BRIEFING
On September 8, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA on its plans to implement and to disseminate ANE RO Workplace Procedures, which govern the procedures and protocol that take place at the Agency’s New England regional office […]
FINGERPRINTING FOR MODERATE RISK SECURITY INVESTIGATIONS MOU
On September 2, 2020 NATCA and the FAA signed an MOU regarding background investigation fingerprinting for reinvestigation of Moderate Risk employees. Under the MOU, all fingerprinting activities will occur on duty time as close to the […]
ARP REALIGNMENT
On September 1, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intent to realign the organizational structure in its Airports Division (ARP). The realignment consists of renaming/renumbering organizations to ensure consistency; establishing new organizations to reflect current […]
ORDER 8000.90C AOV CREDENTIALING AND CTO CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
On August 31, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding revisions in Order 8000.90C Air Traffic Safety Oversight Credentialing and Control Tower Operator Certification Programs. Order 8000.90C specifies procedures for Control Tower Operator (CTO) certificates as well […]
COVID-19 MANAGER GUIDANCE – HIGHER RISK EMPLOYEES NOT ELIGIBLE TO TELEWORK BRIEFING
On September 10, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intention to implement a memorandum entitled COVID-19 Manager Guidance for Higher Risk Employees Not Eligible to Telework. This memorandum serves to provide managerial guidance to determine […]
Request for Volunteers: Terminal Stages 2-5 Major Revision SME
NATCA is requesting six volunteers to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SME) for Terminal Stages 2-5 Major Revision Terminal Stages 2, 3, 4, and 5 academic training courses are out of date, requiring a major revision to be […]
NATCA News Alert: Paid Parental Leave
Dear Brothers and Sisters, On Sept. 3, 2020, NATCA and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that implements Paid Parental Leave (PPL) for NATCA bargaining unit employees (BUEs). Some of the pertinent provisions […]
Request for volunteers: NATCA Disaster Response Committee
NATCA is soliciting volunteers to serve on the NATCA Disaster Response Committee (DRC). DRC members coordinate preparation and response of the assets and volunteers in an emergency, natural or man-made. Each committee member will have responsibilities including […]
Request for Volunteer: National TBO Operating Area Collaborative Work Group Co-lead
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as the National Trajectory Based Operations (TBO) Operating Area Collaborative Work Group (CWG) Co-lead. The TBO CWG will consist of two Co-leads (one NATCA and one Management) and up […]
Request for Volunteer: Aeronautical Information Services (AIS) Article 114 Representative
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as an Article 114 Aeronautical Information Management (AIS) Representative. DUTIES: This is a full-time position; 80 hours of duty time per pay period. Aeronautical Services (AJM-336) has programmatic responsibility […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: August 14-26, 2020
On August 26, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the AJT Pay Plan Cover Sheets and JATs Updated. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Grant […]
SURVEYS: August 10 – 27, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Gallop Q12 Survey for the Region X ABP Bargaining Unit. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Kendal Manson, Senior Labor Relations Administrator, at kmanson@natcadc.org.
EMP-1.25 STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM
On August 18, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding revisions to EMP-1.25 Student Loan Repayment Program and the associated Reference Materials. The Federal Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) allows agencies to repay federally insured student loans, […]
WLB-12.8 NURSING MOTHERS PROGRAM
On August 17, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding revisions to WLB-12.8 FAA Nursing Mothers Program. Most importantly, the revision removes language suggesting that the duration of a lactation break should be limited to 15–30 minutes. […]
REVISED GATING CRITERIA BRIEFING
On August 19, 2020, the FAA briefed NATCA regarding the Agency’s revision of its gating criteria, and the metrics it uses to analyze COVID-19 related information and to make determinations regarding the movement through the phases […]
House Passes Transportation Spending Bill, CR Expected
A government funding bill must be passed by the end of September in order to avoid a government shutdown on Oct. 1. The House passed a spending package at the end of July that included six […]
Paid Parental Leave for FAA Employees Advances
NATCA continues to aggressively seek a technical correction to fix the loophole that inadvertently excluded FAA employees and five other federal employee workforces from the 12-week paid parental leave proposal enacted last December as part of […]
Congress and the White House Fail to Reach a Deal on COVID-19 Relief Bill
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, NATCA has been seeking protections for essential aviation workers. Leading up to the August recess, congressional leadership and the White House had been negotiating a new COVID-19 relief bill. […]
NATCA Disaster Response Committee (DRC)
NATCA is soliciting for one RNAV volunteer to serve on the NATCA Disaster Response Committee (DRC). NATCA Disaster Response Committee members coordinate preparation and response of the assets and volunteers in an emergency, natural or […]
ATC SME Control Tower Radar Display
NATCA is requesting two volunteers to serve as ATCS subject matter experts In January of 2013, a collaborative workgroup consisting of members of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA), Air Traffic Services (AJT) Services and […]
Facility Training Administration Course Redesign SME
NATCA is requesting seven volunteers to serve as SMEs on the Facility Training Administration Course Redesign. DUTIES: This is a four-day event held from Sept. 28, 2020, until Oct. 1, 2020. The SME will participate in […]
Professional Standards Committee Member Solicitation
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as an Article 52 National Professional Standards Co-Lead. DUTIES: THIS A FULL-TIME POSITION with 80 hours of duty time per pay period. As one of the Co-Leads for Professional […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Aug. 5 – 12, 2020
On August 12, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the Decommissioning of O365 Skype for Business and Deployment of Teams. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: July 15 – Aug. 4, 2020
On August 4, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on Change 1 and Change 2 to FAA Order JO 7110.65Y – Air Traffic Control. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. […]
SURVEYS: June 29 – Aug. 7, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the DOT Mission Critical Occupations (MCOs) Assessment Project for the Region X Bargaining Unit NATCA recommends participation in the Human Resource Case Management (HRCM) Survey. Please be aware that this survey is […]
EMP-1.37 AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST HIRING
On July 28, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding revisions to EMP-1.37 Air Traffic Control Specialist Hiring. EMP-1.37 outlines the Agency’s policies for recruiting, assessing, and selecting candidates for ATCS positions. The latest version specifies that […]
NATCA NEGOTIATES INTERIM AGREEMENT AT AEX
NATCA has finalized an interim collective bargaining agreement with the Department of Defense, Alexandria Air Traffic Control Tower (AEX), Louisiana Air National Guard, Department of the Air Force, Air National Guard Unit 259th ATCS, Alexandria, LA. The Interim Agreement […]
HRPM LWS-8.20 PAID PARENTAL LEAVE LANGUAGE BRIEFING
On Tuesday, July 28, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA on its plans to implement HRPM 8.20, which contains language and provisions intended to administer the new paid leave category for Paid Parental Leave (PPL). For instance, […]
DOMESTIC TRAVEL POLICY
On July 16, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding requirements for domestic travel during the phased return to the workplace due to COVID-19. Under the phased return to the workplace, the Agency will approve overnight domestic […]
Request for Volunteer: IDS-R Article 114 Representative
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as an IDS-R Article 114 Representative. This is a part-time position, with 16 hours of duty time per pay period. DUTIES: Aid in the development, implementation, and testing of […]
Runway Safety/ Runway Status Lights
Bridget Singratanakul is the Article 114 Rep for Runway Safety/Runway Status Lights. Background: The Runway Safety group aims to embody a safe flight — both at its start and at its conclusion. It continues to be one of the FAA’s […]
Professional Standards
Lydia Baune (GEG) and Chris Keyes (ZDC) are the national Professional Standard Representatives. Background: NATCA’s Professional Standards (PS) program has now processed over 3,350 cases since the program began in 2010. The program helps to maintain, promote, and inspire […]
NextGen
Adam Rhodes (I90) is the National NextGen Representative for NATCA. Background: 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 […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Dan Hamilton is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage a program that will enable the air traffic control (ATC) system to […]
Human Performance
Aaron Katz is the National Human Performance Rep. 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 Demagalski) and 5 scientists (the […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John Lenhart (ZOA) is the Article 114 Representative for Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP). Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g. vertical movement) and provides alerts to controllers when […]
National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE)
Jon Shedden is the Article 114 Representative to the VoICE project. Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE) program will encompass what was the NVS program. This will include acquisitions to replace our aging voice […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDSR)
Richie Smith is the Article 114 Representative The IDS Replacement program was originally supposed to replace all of the Information Display Systems in the NAS with one product known as NIDS (NAS IDS). The program was later […]
ENTERPRISE-INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM (E-IDS)
Amanda Richardson is the Article 114 Representative for Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS). 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 […]
National Airspace Initiatives
Established on Required Navigation Performance (EoR) Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) Josh Haviland is the Article 114 National Airspace Rep, Article 114 National EoR Rep, and Article 114 PBN Co-Lead for the Western Service Area Operations Support Group. EoR Background: Required Navigation […]
NAVAIDS Monitoring Equipment (NME)
Corrie Conrad is the Article 114 Representative for NME 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 Universal […]
Weather
Eric Avila is the Article 114 Weather Representative. Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP), Integrated Terminal Weather System (ITWS), and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, the […]
Professional Standards
Background: NATCA’s Professional Standards (PS) program has now processed over 3,350 cases since the program began in 2010. The program helps to maintain, promote, and inspire professionalism throughout the NAS. The purpose of the PS program is […]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the Chairman of NATCA’s OSHA Committee. Background: The NATCA OSHA Committee endeavors to assist NATCA representatives and members to identify, understand, prevent, and seek remedy for occupational safety and health (OSH) issues. The […]
NextGen
Adam Rhodes (I90) is the National NextGen Representative for NATCA. Background: 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 […]
Human Performance
Aaron Katz (P50) is the current National Human Performance Rep. 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 Demagalski) and […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John Lenhart (ZOA) is the Article 114 Representative for Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP). ATOP Program Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g. vertical movement) and provides alerts to controllers […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Dan Hamilton is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage a program that will enable the air traffic control (ATC) system […]
National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE)
Jon Shedden is the National Article 114 Representative to the VoICE project. Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE) program will encompass what was the NVS program. This will include acquisitions to replace our aging […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDSR)
Richie Smith (N90) is the Article 114 IDS-R Representative Background: The IDS Replacement program was originally supposed to replace all of the Information Display Systems in the NAS with one product known as NIDS (NAS IDS). The program was later reduced to 41 […]
Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS)
Amanda Richardson is the Article 114 Representative for Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS). 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 […]
Commercial Space
Paul Behan is the Article 114 Rep for Commercial Space integration. Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the NAS occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them within special activity airspace […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: June 29 – July 14, 2020
On July 8, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on Zoom Video Conferencing – Recording Option Activation. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Suzanne DeFelice, Senior […]
UPGRADE FROM NOP TO NOP 2.0
On June 16, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding intended upgrades to the National Offload Program (NOP). The NOP system maintains data used by numerous applications in support of the National Airspace System (NAS). The NOP […]
RETURN TO WORKPLACE TOOLKIT BRIEFING
On July 1, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA on its plans to implement a Return to Workplace Toolkit, which serves to outline high-level activities that should be taken to prepare the facility and workforce to return […]
FAA HUMAN RESOURCES GUIDANCE, A FRAMEWORK FOR RETURN TO NORMAL OPERATIONS BRIEFING
On July 7, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its plans to implement FAA Human Resources Guidance, A Framework for Return to Normal Operations, Manager’s Human Resources Guide. The Guide itself is intended to instruct managers […]
RETURN TO WORK BRIEFING: GATING CRITERIA
On Tuesday, July 7, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding the gating criteria and the data that the Agency uses to analyze COVID-19 related information, and to strategically decide when the next return to work phase […]
RETURN TO WORK BRIEFING: FAA ROAD TO RECOVERY PLANS, PHASE 1 & 2 (ARP) AND RESUMPTION OF ON-SITE SAFETY INSPECTIONS DURING COVID 19 PANDEMIC
On Friday, June 26, 2020, NATCA was provided notice by the Agency of its plans to move forward regarding the FAA Road to Recovery Plans, Phase 1 and 2 for the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), the […]
Paid Parental Leave for FAA Employees Advances in the House
The House Armed Services Committee (HASC) passed its version of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA; H.R. 6395) on July 1 by a bipartisan vote of 56-0. This legislation now heads to […]
House Passes $1.5 Trillion Infrastructure, Includes ATC Facility Maintenance
The House passed a $1.5 trillion infrastructure bill (H.R. 2) that, in addition to surface transportation provisions, includes sections on aviation, broadband, water and energy, housing, and schools. Significant to NATCA, the House-passed infrastructure bill proposes […]
UPDATE: H.R. 1108, the Aviation Funding Stability Act
NATCA’s Government Affairs staff is working with House leadership and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee staff to ensure the Aviation Funding Stability Act (H.R. 1108) comes to the House floor for a vote. NATCA’s field […]
Congress Debates Air Travel in the COVID-19 Era
As air travel ramps up to meet a modest yet increased demand during the pandemic, Congress has been debating health and safety policies for the aviation industry. NATCA’s Government Affairs staff members have been tuning in […]
Congress Adapts to its New ‘Normal’
The uncertainty brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic has required Congress to develop new and innovative ways of conducting business. The House has adopted rules that allow virtual committee work, including hearings and markups, as well […]
AIR-700 REFINEMENT PHASE 1A MOU
On June 17, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning the Aircraft Certification (AIR) Compliance and Airworthiness Division (AIR-700) Refinement Plans for AIR-732 and AIR-734 (AIR-700 Refinement Phase 1A). Bargaining Unit […]
SURVEYS: June 15 – 24, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the International Engagement Awareness Survey for the bargaining unit employees in the Region X AVS bargaining unit. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: June 15 – 24, 2020
On June 24, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the FAA’s Plan to Promulgate Guidance on Annual Leave and Other Paid Time Off. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. […]
SURVEYS: June 1 – 11, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the AJW COVID-19 Employee Survey. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal Manson at kmanson@natcadc.org.
BRIEFING REQUESTS: June 3 – 11, 2020
On June 11, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the Planning and Requirements Group Structural Realignment. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal Manson, […]
NATCA Members Involved in SpaceX Launch
Those of you who were with us at Communicating For Safety the past couple of years heard from officials at SpaceX. They and others from NATCA, the FAA, and local organizations, who work collaboratively on space […]
Request for Volunteer: Tower Mobile Training App
NATCA is soliciting for one volunteer to act as a subject matter expert (SME) for the Tower Mobile Training App. The Tower Mobile Training SME will work with Agency counterparts to obtain validation of ATC requirements […]
Advocating for Paid Parental Leave for FAA Employees
On May 13, NATCA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to provide 12 weeks of paid parental leave for qualifying events occurring on or after Oct. 1, 2020. This benefit covers all members […]
Senate Commerce Committee Considers Legislation to Protect NATCA Workforce
The Senate Commerce Committee held a markup on May 20 during which legislation was considered that would, if enacted, offer protections to the workforce NATCA represents. NATCA worked closely with Committee members and staff to ensure […]
NATCA Seeks Relief for Workforce During COVID-19 Pandemic
Senior leadership from NATCA and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) continue to collaborate frequently on ways to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 on the National Airspace System (NAS). Each day, NATCA is fighting for the health […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: May 22 – June 2, 2020
On June 2, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on FAA order 6750.34E Change 3, Instrument Landing System and Ancillary Electronic Component Configuration and Performance Requirements. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to […]
PM-9.2 RECOGNIZING EMPLOYEES MOU
On June 1, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning HRPM PM-9.2 Recognizing Employees. The MOU provides that bargaining unit employees (BUEs) who choose to recognize their peers will have access […]
PROGRAM FOR EMERGING LEADERS AND ARTICLE 44 OF THE 2016 CBA
On May 21, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its Program for Emerging Leaders (PEL), specifically how it interacts with Article 44 of the 2016 collective bargaining agreement (CBA) regarding temporary assignments away from the facility. […]
CONTINUED AIR-700 REFINEMENT PLANS – AIR-720 AND AIR-730 (STAFFING OF AIR 732), 5/22/2020
On or about May 12, 2020, the Agency informed NATCA that it intended to move forward with staffing the General Aviation and Rotorcraft Section (AIR-732). This is the second phase in the Agency’s objective to, in […]
HRPM PB 115, PAID LEAVE UNDER THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT (FFCRA) BRIEFING (Includes MOU and quick reference links)
On April 17, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to immediately implement the Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM) Policy Bulletin 115, Paid Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which […]
SOP – REQUESTING AND TRACKING BUESME AND PROGRAM OVERTIME BRIEFING, 4/17/2020
On April 6, 2020, NATCA became aware of a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) enacted by the Agency, which made revisions to the process of requesting and tracking Bargaining Unit Representatives (BUR) and Subject Matter Experts (SME) […]
SURVEYS: MAY 4 – 29, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Automated Inventory Tracking System (AITS) Survey for the Region X ACQ bargaining unit. NATCA recommends participation in the Real Estate Management System (REMs) Survey for the Region X ACQ bargaining unit. […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: MAY 4 – 18, 2020
On May 18, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on FAA Order 8260.26.G, Establishing Submission Cutoff Dates for Civil Instrument Flight Procedures. We are currently in the process of scheduling this briefing. POCs: Labor Relations Staff Representative […]
PASS/FAIL MID-CYCLE REVIEW DUE DATE EXTENSION
On May 15, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its extension of the pass/fail mid-cycle review due date from April 30 to May 31, 2020. The extension is due to issues that have arisen as a […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: APRIL 24 – MAY 18, 2020
PASS/FAIL MID-CYCLE REVIEW DUE DATE EXTENSION
On May 15, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its extension of the pass/fail mid-cycle review due date from April 30 to May 31, 2020. The extension is due to issues that have arisen as a […]
EMP-1.27 FURLOUGH MOU
On May 15, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning HRPM EMP-1.27 Furlough, EMP-1.27a Shutdown Furlough, EMP-1.27b Discretionary Furlough, EMP-1.27c Weather (Emergency) Furlough, and related HRPM Reference Materials. The MOU supplements […]
TEMPORARY EXCEPTION TO AIRCRAFT CERTIFICATION SERVICE POLICY REGARDING VOLUNTARY USE OF N95 FILTERING FACEPIECE RESPIRATORS
On May 15, 2020, the FAA briefed on the Aircraft Certification Service (AIR) organization’s plan to temporarily lift the ban on the voluntary use of N95 filtering facepiece respirators (“N95 masks”). AIR currently has policies in […]
PHASED EXPANSION OF EOC TO 24X7 OPERATIONS & CENTRALIZATION OF CERTAIN FUNCTIONS – LEESBURG, VA
On April 13, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to expand the Enterprise Operations Center (EOC), AIF-10 (under AIT) from its current daytime weekday operation to a 24×7 operation, and to centralize […]
HRPM PB 115, PAID LEAVE UNDER THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT (FFCRA) BRIEFING
On April 17, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to immediately implement the Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM) Policy Bulletin 115, Paid Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Dan Hamilton (SFO) is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast (ADS-B) Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage a program that will enable the air […]
NAS Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE)
Jon Shedden represents the NATCA membership as the Article 114 Representative to the VoICE project. Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) VoICE program will encompass what was the NVS program. This will include acquisitions to replace our aging voice switches, as […]
IDSR- Information Display System Replacement Program
Richie Smith (N90) is the Article 114 IDSR Representative Background: The IDS Replacement program was originally supposed to replace all of the Information Display Systems in the NAS with one product known as NIDS (NAS IDS). The […]
Commercial Space
Paul Behan (ZJX) is the Article 114 Rep for Commercial Space integration. Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the NAS occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them within special activity airspace. […]
PRE-3.11 NIGHT DIFFERENTIAL
On April 30, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding the establishment of PRE-3.11 Night Differential. PRE-3.11 replaces and cancels portions of: (1) FAA Order 3550.10 Pay Administration Chapter 2: Premium Pay; and (2) Personnel Reform Implementation […]
AIR-700 REFINEMENT PLANS FOR AIR-720 AND AIR-730
On January 29, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intent to partially refine the Aircraft Certification (AIR) Compliance and Airworthiness Division (AIR-700) by renaming two branches, establishing sections and units within those branches, and staffing […]
AIR-700 REFINEMENT PLANS FOR AIR-720 AND AIR-730 MOU
On March 13, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning the Aircraft Certification (AIR) Compliance and Airworthiness Division (AIR-700) Refinement Plans for AIR-720 and AIR-730 (AIR-700 Refinement). Bargaining Unit Status (BUS) […]
TECHNICAL OPERATIONS SERVICES DISTRICT OPTIMIZATION
On February 12, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intent to align Technical Operations Services (AJW) with the airspace boundaries of the Air Route Traffic Control Centers through a process called District Optimization. This realignment […]
ADMS BRIEFING
On Friday, March 3, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to make changes to the Airport Document Management System (ADMS), which was formerly named the ARP Electronic Document Management System (ARP eDMS). […]
FAA ORDER 3750.7B BRIEFING
On March 4, 2020, the Agency provided NATCA with a briefing about FAA Order 3750.7B – Ethical Conduct and Financial Disclosure, which made minor revisions to FAA Order 3750.7A. The new order sets forth the procedures and […]
AFM-300 BRIEFING
On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to initiate organizational changes within the Property Accounting and Reporting Division (AFM-300). The changes are to the Agency’s internal organizational structure, and […]
TFMS DSP ENHANCEMENTS
On April 20, 2020, the FAA briefed NATCA on additional enhancements to the Departure Spacing Program (DSP), which is currently deployed to manage departure fix constraints at the New York area Airport Traffic Control Towers (ATCTs), […]
FAA BRIEFING ON FAVES ZOOM FOR GOVERNMENT
On March 19, 2020, the Agency provided notice about the upcoming release of FAVES Zoom for Government, a video conferencing option in FAVES. NATCA requested a briefing, which was held on March 26, 2020. At the briefing, […]
AFM-3 BRIEFING
On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to initiate organizational changes within the Property Accounting and Reporting Division (AFM-300). The changes are to the Agency’s internal organizational structure and […]
PB #112, TELEWORK FLEXIBILITIES IN RESPONSE TO NOVEL COVID-19 PANDEMIC
On Wednesday, March 25, 2020, the Agency provided NATCA with a briefing regarding its plans to approve Policy Bulletin PB #112, Telework Flexibilities in Response to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic. The Agency indicated that the purpose […]
HRPM PB 115, Paid Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Briefing
On April 17, 2020, the FAA notified NATCA of its plans to immediately implement the Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM) Policy Bulletin 115, Paid Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which provides an […]
NATCA PREVAILS IN DISCIPLINARY GRIEVANCE ARBITRATION CASE FROM NWM
NATCA recently prevailed in an arbitration case disputing a five-day suspension arising out of NATCA’s Northwest Mountain Region. The arbitration involved argument surrounding Articles 19 and 29 of the CBA, regarding Hazardous Weather and Excused Absences. Arbitrator Timothy […]
NATCA PREVAILS IN FLRA APPEAL DECISION REGARDING NOTIFICATION TO NATCA THAT SUBSTANCE TESTERS ARE IN THE BUILDING
On April 16, 2020, the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) issued a decision in NATCA’s favor regarding the Agency’s obligation to notify NATCA that substance testers are in the building. On October 11, 2018, at the M98 […]
FAA BRIEFING ON JO 7200.25, JATOC
On March 9, 2020, the Agency provided notice of its intent to implement JO 7200.25, Joint Air Traffic Operations Command (JATOC). The Agency wrote that JATOC was established by the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) to integrate […]
FAA BRIEFING ON JO 1900.47F
During the briefing regarding FAA Order 7200.25, Joint Air Traffic Operations Command (JATOC) on March 30, 2020, NATCA became aware of changes that the Agency intends to make to Air Traffic Control Operational Contingency Plans (JO 1900.47F). NATCA […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: April 1-15, 2020
On April 15, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM) PRE-3.11 – Night Differential. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Chief of Staff […]
SURVEYS: Feb. 10 – May 1, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the ACQ 2020 Customer Survey (AAP-700) for Region X. NATCA recommends participation in the ANG Safety Office Survey for the Region X BUEs working at the William J Hughes Technical Center in […]
Commercial Space
COMMERCIAL SPACE Paul Behan is the Article 114 Commercial Space Representative. Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the NAS occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them within special activity airspace (SAA). […]
ENTERPRISE-INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM (E-IDS)
Amanda Richardson is the Article 114 Representative for Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS) work. The Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS) project aims to replace all existing IDSs in the National Airspace System (NAS), providing the Agency with one enterprise […]
Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS):
Tony Walsh (ZMP) is the NATCA Article 114 Representative for UAS. Background: The safe integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems into the NAS is an on-going process that continually evolves with rapidly changing technological advancements. UAS integration will require […]
ENTERPRISE-INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM (E-IDS)
Amanda Richardson is the Article 114 Representative for Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS) work. Background: The Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS) project aims to replace all existing IDSs in the National Airspace System (NAS), providing the Agency with […]
INTEGRATED DISPLAY SYSTEM REPLACEMENT (IDS-R)
Richie Smith is NATCA’s Article 114 Representative for IDS-R. Background: The IDS-R/NAS Information Display System (NIDS) program was originally baselined to replace all terminal IDS systems but was cut down to 41 networks over the course of […]
NAS Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE)
Jon Shedden represents the NATCA membership as the Article 114 Representative to the VoICE project. Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) VoICE program will encompass what was the NVS program. This will include acquisitions to replace our […]
NEXTGEN
Adam Rhodes (I90) is the National NextGen Representative for NATCA. Background: Next Generation Air Transportation System (NEXGEN) is the modernization of America’s air transportation system to make flying safer, more efficient, and more predictable. NEXGEN is not one […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Dan Hamilton is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage a program that will enable the air traffic control (ATC) system to migrate from […]
National Airspace Representative/Established on Required Navigation Performance (RNP) (EoR)/Western Service Area Performance Based Navigation (PBN) Co-Lead
Josh Haviland (S46) is the Article 114 National Airspace Rep, Article 114 National EoR Rep, and Article 114 PBN co-lead for the Western Service Area Operations Support Group. Background: Unlike vectoring an aircraft to the extended runway […]
Commercial Space
Paul Behan is the Article 114 Commercial Space Representative. Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the NAS occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them within special activity airspace (SAA). These launch […]
INTEGRATED DISPLAY SYSTEM REPLACEMENT (IDS-R)
Richie Smith is NATCA’s Article 114 Representative for IDS-R. The IDSR/NAS Information Display System (NIDS) program was originally baselined to replace all terminal IDS systems but was cut down to 41 networks over the course of time for financial reasons. […]
NAS Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE)
Jon Shedden represents the NATCA membership as the Article 114 Representative to the VoICE project. Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) VoICE program will encompass what was the NVS program. This will include acquisitions to replace our aging voice switches, as […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John Lenhart (ZOA) is the Article 114 Representative for Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP). ATOP Program Background: The ATOP program consists of an ATOP Program Manager, NATCA National Lead, NATCA Site Leads, and operational area Subject […]
Human Performance
Aaron Katz is the Article 114 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 Demagalski) […]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the Chairman of NATCA’s OSHA Committee. In March of 2020, JO 3900.19C will become the basis for the FAA’s Occupational Safety and Health Policy. Since this new version does not contain the […]
RUNWAY SAFETY
Bridget Singratanakul (Gee) (DFW) is NATCA’s Runway Safety Action Team (RSAT) Representative. She also serves as the Article 114 Representative to the Runway Status Lights (RWSL) Program. Background: The Runway Safety group aims to embody a safe flight […]
WEATHER
Eric Avila (ZHU) is NATCA’s Article 114 Representative for Weather. Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP), Integrated Terminal Weather System (ITWS), and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, the […]
TERMINAL FLIGHT DATA MANAGER (TFDM):
Aaron Rose is the Article 114 Representative for TFDM. Background: TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for ATCT users, as well as enhanced surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will replace ATCT paper flight […]
TIME BASED FLOW MANAGEMENT/TERMINAL SEQUENCING AND SPACING (TBFM/TSAS)
Matt Gammon (ZID) is the Article 114 Representative for TBFM/TSAS. Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) Background: Time Based Flow Management is a system of tools used to manage the flows of traffic based on time to maximize […]
Congressional Schedule
Due to the COVID-19 national emergency, Congress has been out of session with the exception of “pro forma” sessions and emergency sessions to vote on stimulus packages relating to the pandemic. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell indicated that the […]
NATCA Seeks Relief for Workforce During COVID-19 Pandemic
Since the COVID-19 national emergency began, senior leadership from NATCA and the FAA speak multiple times on a daily basis to collaborate on ways to mitigate the effects of the pandemic on the National Airspace System […]
Keeping the Airport and Airway Trust Fund (AATF) Robust
The “aviation tax holiday,” which was enacted into law as part of H.R. 748, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“The CARES Act”), along with the reduced demand for airline tickets and jet fuel prior to […]
Advocating for Paid Parental Leave for FAA Employees
NATCA continues to aggressively advocate for a technical correction to fix the loophole that inadvertently excluded FAA employees and five other federal employee workforces in the paid parental leave proposal enacted in December as part of […]
H.R. 1108/S. 762 Aviation Funding Stability Act
The Aviation Funding Stability Act (H.R. 1108/S. 762) was introduced following the 35-day government shutdown that wreaked havoc on the National Airspace System (NAS) and our workforce. If enacted, this legislation would ensure that the aviation system […]
NATCA in Washington 2020
Due to the COVID-19 national emergency, NATCA in Washington has been rescheduled for Dec. 9-11, 2020. The location remains at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C. We are preparing for another successful event where our top-notch activists […]
ENROUTE AUTOMATION WORKGROUP (ERAW): Dec. 30, 2019 – Jan. 5, 2020
Rex Jackson (ZDC) is the leads Article 114 rep for ERAW. Rob Friedel (ZLC) is the Article 114 ERAM Tech Rep. Facility Tech Reps continue to participate in the testing of multiple software releases for the […]
Commercial Space: Dec. 30, 2019 – Jan. 5, 2020
Paul Behan is the Article 114 Commercial Space Rep. ALR: The Acceptable Level of Risk (ALR) implementation team met on Dec. 10. AST briefed AOV on Dec. 11 regarding the differences in ATO and AST (1×10-6 […]
NATCA IN WASHINGTON (NiW) 2020
NATCA in Washington will take place March 23-25, and NATCA National Office staff is busy at work preparing for another successful event where our top-notch activists will spend time on Capitol Hill, advocating on behalf of […]
LEGISLATIVE WATCHLIST
NATCA GA staff continues to closely monitor any anti-federal employee legislation and all other actions that could impact the NATCA membership, including those that would attack federal employee pay and benefits. From the White House, President […]
H.R. 1108/S. 762 CONTINUE TO GAIN SUPPORT
H.R. 1108 has continued to gain support from both Democrats and Republicans and now has 277 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors can continue to be added to H.R. 1108 until the T&I Committee files an official “Committee Report,” which […]
SUPPORTING PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
NATCA has been working on a technical correction to fix the loophole that inadvertently excluded FAA employees and five other federal employee workforces in the paid parental leave proposal enacted in December. We’ve been working with […]
INFRASTRUCTURE LEGISLATION INTRODUCED
On Jan. 29, House Democrats introduced a $760 billion, five-year infrastructure package, which outlines major investments in highways, rail, transit, airports, wastewater, water infrastructure, ports, and harbors. The Democratic package also includes an aggressive plan to […]
CONGRESSIONAL SCHEDULE
The House and Senate returned to Washington for legislative session on Jan. 27.
SURVEYS: Dec 30 – Feb 3, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Converging Runway Operations (CRO) Pre- Site Review. NATCA also recommends participation in the En Route Automation Modernization System Data Communications Human Factors Risk Survey (ERAM CPDLC). NATCA recommends participation in the […]
Briefing Requests: Dec. 30-Feb 3, 2020
On Jan. 15, NATCA requested a briefing on the AIR-700 Refinement Plans for AIR-720 and AIR-730. This briefing occurred Jan. 29. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Grant Mulkey, Labor Relations Attorney May Silverstein, Labor Relations Coordinator Kendal […]
AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES (AJT) FIELD STRUCTURE EVOLUTION
On Jan. 13, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intent to expand the current district framework for Air Traffic Services (AJT). The current framework is composed of Air Route Traffic Control Centers and the terminal facilities […]
VOLUNTARY LEAVE BANK (VLB) AND CASTLE BRIEFING
On Jan. 21, the Agency provided NATCA with a briefing and a demonstration of the CASTLE program, which the Agency has proposed to use to manage applications to the Voluntary Leave Bank (VLB). The objective of […]
Request for Volunteers: TFDM Subject Matter Experts
NATCA is requesting 10 volunteers to serve as subject matter experts (SME) to function as Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) air traffic training/test experts. TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for ATCT […]
Request for Volunteers: NATCA’s Booth at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, July 20-26
EAA’s AirVenture Oshkosh 2020 is just around the corner – July 20-26. If you would like to volunteer to participate in the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration, there are multiple openings to assist NATCA with this event. […]
Request for Volunteer: Navigational National Representative
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as the Navigational National Representative. This is a full-time position. DUTIES: In accordance with Article 114 of the 2016 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the parties have collaboratively identified that […]
NATCA’s Safety and Technology Leadership Council
The NATCA Safety and Technology Leadership Council (NSTLC), established in June 2016, serves as the Union’s focal point for all safety issues, procedural changes, technology development and implementation, airspace modernization, and all associated training needs. The […]
ZID is Recognized for CPDLC Contributions
Members at Indianapolis Center (ZID) were recognized for their contributions to the National Airspace System (NAS) as a keysite for Controller Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC). CPDLC is a two-way data-link system by which controllers can […]
For Slate Book Members: MOU Between NATCA and FAA Will Enable Members to Get Email Confirmations of ERR Submissions
As a result of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) between NATCA and the FAA that was signed on Jan. 29, the Agency will now provide electronic acknowledgment of FAA Form 3330-42 Part IV and Part V […]
NATCA Government Affairs Department Update
Paid Parental Leave Last year, there was a loophole within the Federal Employee Paid Leave Act that was signed into law as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Specifically, the leave provisions, which were […]
Wake Turbulence: Dec. 2-8, 2019
John Murdock (PHL) is the Article 114 Rep to the Wake Turbulence Office. His report is below: On Dec. 17, 2019, Philadelphia ATCT, Atlantic City ATCT, McGuire AFB, and Dover AFB all implemented CWT. Atlantic City […]
SBS: Dec. 2-8, 2019
Dan Hamilton (SFO) is the Article 114 Rep to the SBS Office. His report is below: The NATCA Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) team includes National SBS Article 114 Rep Dan Hamilton (SFO), Surface surveillance Article […]
NVS: Dec. 2-8, 2019
Jon Shedden (ZFW) is the NATCA Article 114 Rep to the NVS project. His report is below: The National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE) program will encompass what was the NVS program. […]
IDS-R: Dec. 2-8, 2019
Richie Smith (N90) leads NATCA’s efforts on the IDS-R project as the Article 114 Rep. His report is below: Software compilation and preliminary testing continues for the late spring 2020 release of the next NIDS build […]
DATACOMM: Dec. 2-8, 2019
Ray Berndt (ZJX) is the Article 114 Rep for DataComm. His report is below: On Nov. 15, the DataComm program reached a significant milestone when Kansas City Center (ZKC) became the first domestic En route facility […]
Commercial Space: Dec. 2-8, 2019
Paul Behan is the Article 114 Commercial Space Rep. His report is below: Joint Space Operations Group (JSpOG) – The JSPoG met at the Command Center on Nov. 8 and 20. It was decided that no […]
Wake Turbulence: Nov. 18-24, 2019
John Murdock (PHL) is the Article 114 Rep to the Wake Turbulence Office for NATCA. His report is below: During the month of November, CWT training was completed in the Southern California region. IOC was completed […]
TFDM: Nov. 18-24, 2019
Aaron Rose (NCT) is the Article 114 Rep for TFDM. His report is below: A major step was completed at the first facility scheduled to receive TFDM. PHX Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) concluded on Oct. 31. […]
TAMR: Nov. 18-24, 2019
Kyle Ness (M98) is the TAMR Article 114 Rep for NATCA. His report is below: Kyle Ness, NATCA TAMR Article 114 Rep: It’s been a busy month for deployment activity. Grand Forks ATCT (GFK) achieved IOC […]
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (NDAA) contains a new title called the “Federal Employee Paid Leave Act.” This Act provides 12 weeks of paid parental leave to parents of children born or […]
FEDERAL EMPLOYEE PAY RAISE
Congress has passed and the President has signed a pay raise for federal employees to be implemented in 2020. For FY 2020, the House proposed and passed a Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) appropriations bill […]
NATCA URGING CO-SPONSORS ON H.R. 1108/S.762
NATCA continues to advocate and encourage co-sponsorship of H.R. 1108 and S. 762, the Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2019. As a reminder, both pieces of legislation are identical and would authorize the FAA to draw […]
GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN AVOIDED – BUDGET PASSED THROUGH FY 2020
The House and Senate passed, and the President signed, a budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020. Funding for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the rest of the federal government has now been approved through Sept. […]
Congressional Schedule: December 2019
The House and Senate returned to session on Jan. 6. Lawmakers avoided a government shutdown by passing a budget for Fiscal Year 2020.
SURVEY: AVS Safety Culture Survey
NATCA recommends participation in the AVS Safety Culture Survey for those in the AVS bargaining unit. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please email Labor Relations Coordinator Kendal Manson at kmanson@natcadc.org.
Briefing Requests: Nov. 18 – Dec. 22, 2019
On Dec. 12, NATCA requested a briefing on the Emergency Autoland (EAL) Initial Turns Procedure. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Staff Representative Melinda Kim, Labor […]
FAA BRIEFING ON ORACLE PRIMAVERA P6 SCHEDULE APPLICATION PILOT PROGRAM
On Oct. 21, the Agency sent notification that it intended to launch the Oracle Primavera P6 Schedule Application Pilot Program. NATCA requested a briefing, which was held on Dec. 2. The program, known as CWP Primavera, […]
FAA BRIEFING ON NEW EMPLOYEE ID VERIFICATION PROCEDURES RELATED TO BOC
On Nov. 14, the Agency sent notification that as of Jan. 2, the Benefits Operations Center (BOC) will be asking FAA employees who call for assistance to authenticate their identity by providing the last four digits […]
COMMERCIAL SPACE
Paul Behan is the Article 114 Commercial Space Rep. His report is below: Acceptable Level of Risk (ALR) – The ALR implementation team now meets once per month. The ALR eLMS course went out on Oct. […]
