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NATCA’s National Runway Safety Representative Bridget Singratanakul (Gee) joined Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and aviation industry experts in a presentation during the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Runway Safety Summit last month. The session detailed […]
NATCA’s Director of Safety and Technology Tom Adcock participated in two panels last week at the 36th Annual Aviation Issues Conference hosted by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE). The first panel, “Advanced Air Mobility […]
NATCA is requesting two volunteers to act as National CADRE Facilitators for Instructor Led Recurrent Training. Recurrent Training is collaboratively developed and delivered national safety training. It is intended to increase air traffic controller proficiency, enhance […]
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as the full time Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) Article 114 Representative. TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) users […]
The second session of the 117th Congress convened last week in Washington, D.C. Last year, Congress passed or considered several bills that directly affect NATCA members. Most notably, the bipartisan infrastructure bill was signed into law. […]
NATCA recommends participation in the Higher Airspace Operations Questionnaire. Please see attached Word document. NATCA recommends participation in the Special Use Airspace – NDAA 2021 Assessment. Please see attached PDF and Word Document. If there are […]
On December 21, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on the AIR-700 Technical Advisory Board (TAB) Work Instruction (WI). We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Jon […]
On Monday, November 1, 2021, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement the NAS Voice Recorder system (NVR). NATCA responded to the Agency’s notification by requesting a full briefing, which was held on Monday, […]
Jeff Plendl (Los Angeles Center, ZLA) is NATCA’s National Navigation Representative and works closely with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) program managers in three key areas: Ground-based navigation, satellite navigation and visual guidance lighting systems. BACKGROUND Ground-Based […]
As a reminder, NATCA does not recommend participation in the GSA Pulse Pilot Survey. The Agency is disseminating round 2 of the survey, which we do not recommend taking part in. If you have any questions, […]
NATCA recommends participation in the Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Survey for employees in the Region X AIT Bargaining Unit. Please see attached Word and Excel documents. NATCA recommends participation in the 2021 OPM Federal Employee Viewpoint […]
Ray Berndt is the Article 114 Data Comm Representative Background: Daily Controller-Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC) operations at the three operational Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCC), Indianapolis (ZID), Kansas City (ZKC) and Washington D.C. (ZDC), has […]
Matt Trimble is the Article 114 Aeronautical Information Services (AIS) Representative. FNS Sustainment Background: The Federal NOTAM System (FNS) Sustainment investment program is intended to result in a more robust architecture for the Notice to Airmen […]
Paul Behan (ZJX) is the Article 114 Representative for Commercial Space Integration. Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the National Airspace System (NAS) occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them […]
Jimmy Smith is the Article 114 UAS Representative Background: Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) safe integration into the National Airspace System (NAS) is an ongoing process that continually evolves with rapidly changing technological advancements. UAS integration will require […]
Kristen Wilson is the ATD-2 Article 114 Representative. Background: The ATD-2 effort provides solutions to several complicated, multi-airport environment problems. At most airports today, departures are managed in the order they push back from the gate, which […]
Kristen Wilson is the ATD-2 Article 114 Representative. Background: The Surface CDM Team was formed to leverage the findings of the previous Surface Management Working Group and the Eurocontrol and Eurocae WG69 policies. The original objective of […]
Mark Ostronic is NATCA’s Article 114 Strategy National Representative. He works with the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Mission Support Services Strategy & Planning (AJV-S) Director to provide a vision, a plan, and the requirements for airspace […]
NATCA is requesting 20 subject matter experts (SMEs) for the Terminal Precipitation on the Glass (TPoG) User Assessment. The TPoG concept maturity technology demonstration provides terminal controllers to assess how using data from the NextGen Weather […]
Jeff Plendl is the National Navigation Representative Background: The Navigation Representative works closely with Agency Program Managers in three key areas: Ground-Based Navigation, Satellite Navigation and Visual Guidance Lighting Systems. Ground-Based Navigation’s primary focus is the Very […]
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 […]
Matt Gammon (ZID) Art. 114 Rep for Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) Time-Based Flow Management is a system of tools used to manage traffic flows based on time to maximize efficiency. There are several technologies within […]
Phil Hargarten (S46) is the Article 114 National Trajectory Based Operations Representative, Article 114 Northeast Corridor (NEC) Operating Area Collaborative Workgroup Co-lead. Phil also sits on the Performance-Based Navigation Nextgen Integration Working Group (NIWG) and the […]
Ryan Jacobs Art. 114 Representative for TFMS Background: TFMS is a data exchange system for supporting national air traffic flow management and monitoring. TFMS processes all available data sources such as flight plan messages, flight plan […]
Gerald Quaye (JFK) 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 […]
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). […]
Aaron Rose is the Article 114 Representative for TFDM. Background: TFDM will improve flight data coordination and management for ATCT users and enhance surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will replace ATCT paper flight strips with electronic […]
Jimmy Clouse is the Article 114 Representative for Change Strategy Co-lead. 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 (CWG) Co-leads, […]
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 […]
Ron Foley (ZOB) is the current Article 114 Rep. Background: Collaborative Decision Making (CDM) is a joint government/industry initiative to improve air traffic flow management through increased information exchange among aviation community stakeholders. CDM is comprised […]
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the Article 114 Weather Representative. His report is below: Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP) and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, the AWD […]
Chris Keyes (ZDC) is the Professional Standards Article 114 Representative. Background: NATCA’s Professional Standards Program (PSP) has processed over 4,000 cases since the program began. The program helps maintain, promote, and inspire professionalism throughout the NAS. […]
Aaron Katz (P50) is the National Human Performance Representative. Background: The Human Performance Representative is the NATCA liaison to AJI 155, the FAA Human Performance office. The office is comprised of a group manager (currently Jason […]
Last week, Congress voted to approve an increase in the federal debt borrowing limit by $2.5 trillion, an amount that Democratic leadership says will allow the government to pay its bills until early 2023. The votes in […]
NATCA is requesting one (1) Subject Matter Expert (SME) from a large tower (level 10-12 tower) for the Recurrent Training Web-Based Training Participation is requested through the development period, which will end with the training deployment […]
NATCA is requesting three (3) Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for the MITRE ATC Lab Performance Assessment Tool. Subject Matter Experts will assist AJI and the FAA Academy to incorporate the MITRE ATC Lab Performance Assessment Tool […]
NATCA is requesting one (1) Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from TMU- Command Center (DCC) for the NextGen Weather AWD/EUE. NextGen Weather Systems (AJM-333) will convene the NWP AWD EUE in two 5-day sessions due to COVID, […]
NATCA is requesting one (1) volunteer to serve as the Information Display System – Replacement (IDS-R) Article 114 Representative. The IDS-R Article 114 Representative will be responsible for: Aid in the sustainment, implementation, and testing of […]
Sean Kavanagh (ZDC) is the Art 114 ERIDS National Representative. Background: En Route Information Display System (ERIDS) provides controllers, supervisors, and traffic management personnel with access to aeronautical data, weather data, airspace charts, Air Traffic Contorl […]
Corey Soignet (IAH) is the National FDIO/EFSTS Representative for NATCA FDIO Background: Flight Data Input/Output (FDIO) system provide the necessary functional capabilities for National Airspace System (NAS) flight plan data, weather information, general information and message entry […]
Brent Luna (ZFW) is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage programs that will enable the air traffic control (ATC) system. To migrate from […]
Rob Friedel (ZLC) is the Article 114 Enroute Technical Representative. Background: ERAM is the baseline software for the 20 CONUS En Route Air Traffic Control Centers. The software requires continued enhancements to meet the daily needs of […]
Kevin Wright (D01) is the Article 114 Operational Readiness Group (AJR-X) Representative. Background: AJR-X is the directorate established to develop, maintain, and exercise contingency planning and readiness. The primary aim of AJR-X is to build contingency […]
Tiffany McBride (SCT) is the Article 114 IDSR Representative Background: The IDS Replacement program was initially supposed to replace all the Information Display Systems in the National Airspace System (NAS) with one product known as NAS […]
Ray Berndt is the Article 114 Data Comm Representative Background: Traffic volume and Controller-Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC) operations at the three operational Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCC), Indianapolis (ZID), Kansas City (ZKC) and Washington D.C. […]
Amanda Richardson (ZOA) is the Article 114 Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS) Representative Background: The Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS) project aims to replace all existing Information Display System (IDSs) in the NAS, providing the Agency with one […]
Jon Shedden (Fort Worth ARTCC) is the Article 114 VoICE Representative. Background: The National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE) program will encompass what was the NAS Voice System (NVS) program. This will include […]
Jessica Anaya – NATCA CHI Co-Lead Background: The primary purpose of the CHI Team is to lead the development and documentation of operationally suitable CHI products in the En-Route environment. December 2, 2021: No meetings since the […]
NATCA is requesting two terminal volunteers to act as National Air Traffic Terminal CHI (Computer-Human Interaction) workgroup subject matter experts (SMEs). Terminal CHI SMEs will be responsible for: Address Terminal CHI requirements according to Human Factors […]
NATCA is requesting six (two en route and four terminal) volunteers to act as National Training Standards Program Workgroup subject matter experts. This is a part-time/as-needed position. Training benchmarks are a graduated set of behavioral descriptions […]
John Murdock is the Article 114 National Procedures Representative Background: The NATCA Procedures Representative works collaboratively with the Mission Support Services Policy (AJV-P), developing, implementing, amending, and interpreting air traffic policies and regulations in FAA Orders JO […]
Chris Thomas is the Article 114 PBN Co-Lead for the Western Service Area Operations Support Group. Background: The COVID-19 pandemic is still adversely affecting our projects and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. […]
Mark Ostronic is the Article 114 Strategy National Representative Background: The Strategy National Representative works with the Mission Support Services Strategy & Planning (AJV-S) Director to provide a vision, a plan, and the requirements for airspace modernization […]
Joey Tinsley (ZTL) is the Article 114 PBN Co-Lead for the Eastern Service Area Operations Support Group. His report is below: PBN Single-site Background: PBN Co-Leads are responsible for the oversight of designing, developing, and implementing PBN […]
Eric Johnson, Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW), is the Article 114 PBN Co-Lead for the Central Service Area Operations Support Group. PBN Single-site Background: PBN Co-Leads are responsible for the oversight of designing, developing, […]
Christian Karns is the Article 114 Florida Metroplex Representative. Background: The Florida Metroplex project consist of two projects. One project is tasked with designing and implementing new Q & Y routes to replace existing J-Routes. The second […]
Paul Behan (ZJX) is the Article 114 Rep for Space Integration. His report is below: Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the NAS occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them […]
Kristen Wilson is the Article 114 ATD-2 Representative Background: The ATD-2 effort provides solutions to several problems in the complex, multi-airport environment. At most airports today, departures are managed in the order they push back from the […]
Matt Trimble is the Article 114 AIS Representative Federal NOTAM System (FNS) Ops Release Background: FNS Ops Release 2.18, initially scheduled for August 2021 deployment, has been delayed until December 2021 due to funding and the Thanksgiving moratorium. […]
Jeff Plendl is the Article 114 Navigation Representative Background: The Navigation Representative works closely with Agency Program Managers in three key areas: Ground-Based Navigation, Satellite Navigation and Visual Guidance Lighting Systems. Ground-Based Navigation’s primary focus is the […]
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”, […]
Jimmy Smith the Article 114 UAS Representative Background: Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) safe integration into the National Airspace System (NAS) is an ongoing process that continually evolves with rapidly changing technological advancements. UAS integration will require new […]
Gerald Quaye (JFK) is the Article 114 Wake Turbulence representative. 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) […]
Corrie Conrad is the Article 114 NME Representative Background: Two different consolidated control and monitoring systems are currently operating in the National Airspace System (NAS) – the Integrated Control and Monitoring System (ICMS) and the Universal Interlock […]
Ryan Jacobs is the Article 114 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 […]
Matt Gammon (ZID) is the Article 114 TBFM Representative Background: Time Based Flow Management is a system of tools used to manage traffic flows based on time to maximize efficiency. There are several technologies within TBFM to […]
Ron Foley (ZOB) is the current Article 114 CDM Representative Background: Collaborative Decision Making (CDM) is a joint government/industry initiative to improve air traffic flow management through increased information exchange among aviation community stakeholders. CDM is […]
Kyle Ness is the Article 114 TAMR 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 […]
Central Regional Vice President (RVP) Aaron Merrick, Eastern RVP) Brian Shallenberger (pictured left), New England RVP Mick Devine, and Region X Vice President Brad Davidson (pictured right) worked in the National Office during the weeks of […]
NATCA is requesting three volunteers (one en route and two terminal subject matter experts, SMEs) to act as National Air Traffic Training Order (3120.4R) Workgroup SMEs. National Air Traffic Training Order (3120.4R) Workgroup SMEs will support […]
Jimmy Clouse is the Article 114 Representative for Change Strategy Co-lead. 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 (CWG) Co-leads, […]
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the Article 114 Weather Representative. His report is below: Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP) and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, the AWD […]
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the Chairperson of the National Air Traffic Controller’s Association (NATCA’s) OSHA Committee. Background: The NATCA OSHA Committee endeavors to assist NATCA representatives and members in identifying, understanding, preventing, and seeking remedies for […]
Aaron Rose is the Article 114 Representative for TFDM. Background: TFDM will improve flight data coordination and management for ATCT users and enhance surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will replace ATCT paper flight strips with electronic […]
Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g. vertical movement) and provides alerts to controllers when a situation arises or received information that is out of conformance and/or requires attention or action. […]
Bridget Singratanakul is the Article 114 Representative for Runway Safety. Background: The Runway Safety group aims to embody a safe flight — both at its start and conclusion. It continues to be one of the FAA’s highest […]
Adam Rhodes (I90) 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 technology […]
Christopher Keyes Article 114 Representative. Background: NATCA’s Professional Standards Program (PSP) has processed over 3,990 cases since the program began. The program helps to maintain, promote, and inspire professionalism throughout the NAS. The purpose of the PSP […]
Aaron Katz (P50) 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 […]
NATCA’s Article 114 Strategy National Representative Mark Ostronic (Seattle TRACON, S46) works with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Director of Mission Support Services Strategy & Planning (AJV-S) to provide a vision, a plan, and the requirements […]
NATCA recommends participation in the Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Survey for employees in the Region X AIT Bargaining Unit. Please see attached Word and Excel documents. NATCA recommends participation in the 2021 OPM Federal Employee Viewpoint […]
Jon Shedden (Fort Worth ARTCC) 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 NAS […]
Rob Friedel (ZLC) Article 114 Enroute Technical Representative. Background: ERAM is the baseline software for the 20 CONUS En Route Air Traffic Control Centers. The software requires continued enhancements to meet the daily needs of the Air […]
Kevin Wright (D01) 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 […]
Amanda Richardson (ZOA) 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 Information Display System (IDSs) in the NAS, providing the Agency with […]
Brent Luna (ZFW) is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage programs that will enable the Air Traffic Control (ATC) system to migrate from […]
Ray Berndt Article 114 Data Comm Representative Background: Controller-Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC) operations at the three operational Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCC), Indianapolis (ZID), Kansas City (ZKC) and Washington D.C. (ZDC), have started increasing […]
Sean Kavanagh (ZDC) Article 114 ERIDS National Representative. Background: En Route Information Display System (ERIDS) is a real-time, interactive, electronic information display system used to replace paper sources of information. ERIDS provides controllers, supervisors, and traffic […]
Tiffany McBride (SCT) is the IDSR Article 114 Representative The IDS Replacement program was initially supposed to replace all the Information Display Systems in the National Airspace System (NAS) with one product known as NAS Information […]
Mark Ostronic is the Article 114 Strategy National Representative Background: The Strategy National Representative works with the Mission Support Services Strategy & Planning (AJV-S) Director to provide a vision, a plan, and the requirements for airspace modernization […]
Jeff Plendl Article 114 National Navigation Representative Background: The Navigation Representative works closely with Agency Program Managers in three key areas: Ground-Based Navigation, Satellite Navigation and Visual Guidance Lighting Systems. Ground-Based Navigation’s primary focus is the Very […]
Bill Wise (ESC) is the Article 114 Rep for ESC PBN and NEC A&P in the Eastern Service Area (ESA) Operation Support Group (OSG) NEC Airspace & Procedures Background: The Airspace & Procedures representative in the NEC […]
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”, […]
Eric Johnson, Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW), is the Article 114 PBN Co-Lead for the Central Service Area Operations Support Group. PBN Single-site Background: PBN Co-Leads are responsible for the oversight of designing, developing, […]
Chris Thomas – Article 114 PBN Co-Lead for the Western Service Area Operations Support Group. Background: The COVID-19 pandemic is still adversely affecting our projects and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. Many facilities […]
Bennie Hutto (PCT) Article 114 National PBN Criteria Rep to ATO Enterprise & Strategy Planning (AJV-S) and Rules and Regulation (AJV-P2). Background: The Performance-based Operations Aviation Rulemaking Committee (PARC) Navigation (NAV) Workgroup (WG) met and discussed […]
Paul Behan (ZJX) Article 114 Representative for 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 […]
Joey Tinsley (ZTL) Article 114 PBN Co-Lead for the Eastern Service Area Operations Support Group. PBN Single-site Background: PBN Co-Leads are responsible for the oversight of designing, developing, and implementing PBN procedures and/or routes. Using a […]
Jimmy Smith Article 114 UAS Representative Background: Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) safe integration into the National Airspace System (NAS) is an ongoing process that continually evolves with rapidly changing technological advancements. UAS integration will require new laws, […]
Ron Foley (ZOB) is the current Article 114 Representative Background: Collaborative Decision Making (CDM) is a joint government/industry initiative aimed at improving air traffic flow management through increased information exchange among aviation community stakeholders. CDM […]
John Murdock Article 114 Representative Background: The NATCA Procedures Representative works collaboratively with the Mission Support Services Policy (AJV-P), developing, implementing, amending, and interpreting air traffic policies and regulations in FAA Orders JO 7110.65, 7210.3, Aeronautical Information […]
NATCA is requesting four volunteers to act as Training Enterprise Application and Management (TEAM) documentation system subject matter experts. It is a part-time position. The TEAM SMEs work with Agency counterparts in developing, testing, and evaluating […]
Kristen Wilson Article 114 Representative Background: The ATD-2 effort provides solutions to several problems in the complex, multi-airport environment. At most airports today, departures are managed in the order they push back from the gate, which can […]
Kristen Wilson Article 114 Representative Background: The Surface CDM Team was formed to leverage the findings of the previous Surface Management Working Group and the Eurocontrol and Eurocae WG69 policies. The original objective of the SCT was […]
Christian Karns is the Article 114 Representative for Florida Metroplex. Background: The Florida Metroplex project consist of two projects. The first project is tasked with designing and implementing new Q & Y routes to replace existing J-Routes. […]
On Wednesday morning, Nov. 3, the Senate Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs is scheduled to mark up S. 419, the Continuity for Operators with Necessary Training Required for ATC Contract Towers Act of 2021 […]
On Oct. 18, the Senate Appropriations Committee unveiled several draft appropriations bills for the 2022 fiscal year, including the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) bill that allocates funding for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The […]
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as the full time Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM)/Urban Air Mobility (UAM) Article 114 National Representative. UTM is the how the FAA will support operations for UAS operating in low […]
Ryan Jacobs Article 114 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 plan amendment […]
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 […]
Gerald Quaye (JFK) 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 […]
Lee Moore (I90) is the current National Terminal CHI Rep. Background: The workgroup is responsible for: Address Terminal CHI requirements originating from Terminal Next Generation Air Transportation System (NEXTGEN) programs. Improve Terminal CHI products in the National […]
Phil Hargarten (S46) is the Article 114 National Trajectory Based Operations Representative, Article 114 Northeast Corridor (NEC) Operating Area Collaborative Workgroup Co-lead and sits on the Performance Based Navigation NextGen Integration Working Group (NIWG) and the […]
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). […]
Matt Gammon (ZID) Art. 114 Rep for Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) Time Based Flow Management is a system of tools used to manage flows of traffic based on time to maximize efficiency. There are several […]
Jimmy Clouse is the Article 114 Representative for Change Strategy Co-lead. 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 (CWG) Co-leads, […]
Aaron Rose is the Article 114 Representative for TFDM. Background: TFDM will improve flight data coordination and management for Air Traffic Control Towers (ATCT) users and enhance surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will replace ATCT paper […]
NATCA is requesting 38 SMEs to participate in the Multiple Airport Route Separation (MARS) safety analysis human in the loop (HITL) occurring between Jan. 24 and Feb. 4, 2022 (Northern Texas/ Dallas area) and Feb. 28 […]
(FOR SCT AND F11 MEMBERS ONLY) NATCA is requesting one volunteer from Southern California TRACON (SCT) or Central Florida TRACON (F11) to serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on the Space Integration (SI) national workgroup. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
Chris Keyes (ZDC) Article 114 National Rep for Professional Standards NATCA’s Professional Standards Program (PSP) has now processed over 3,950 cases since the program began. The program helps to maintain, promote, and inspire professionalism throughout the […]
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 […]
NATCA is requesting 38 SMEs to participate in the MARS Safety Analysis Human in the Loop (HITL) occurring between Jan. 24 to Feb. 4, 2022 (Northern TX/ Dallas area) and Feb. 28 to March 11, 2022 […]
NATCA recommends participation in the Data Administrator (DA)/Air Traffic (AT) EUIE Survey and Focus Group Questions. Please see attached Word documents. NATCA recommends participation in the AJT-3120 Survey. Please see attached Word and Excel doc. NATCA […]
On October 8, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on the AIR-700 Reassignments. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Suzanne DeFelice, Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal […]
On Thursday, June 10, 2021, the Agency informed NATCA of its plans to realign four NATCA bargaining unit employees (BUEs) to different areas within AIR-300. Two BUEs will be moved in the short-term, and two more […]
On Tuesday, June 15, 2021, the Agency informed NATCA of its intent to rollout the Smartsheet platform to all bargaining unit employees (BUEs) in the Policy and Innovation Division, AIR-600. Smartsheet will be used by all […]
On Friday, July 30, 2021, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement FAA Order AIR 3900.xx- AIR Chemical Safety and Hazard Communication (Order). This order is to establish a written program that outlines requirements, […]
On Wednesday, September 1, 2021, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to revise the Flight Test Operations Manual (FTOM). FTOM applies to all flight operations within the Aircraft Certification Service (AIR) and the changes apply […]
On Friday, August 20, 2021, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to relocate the San Francisco Airports District Office (ADO). The current office is located at 1000 Marina Boulevard, 2nd floor, Suite 210, Brisbane, CA […]
On Tuesday, October 5, 2021, NATCA received notice from the Agency that it intended to implement Policy Bulletin (PB) #124, Time Used for Obtaining a COVID-19 Vaccinations. On September 9, 2021, President Biden issued Executive Order […]
NATCA Procedures Representative John Murdock (Philadelphia ATCT, PHL) works collaboratively with the Mission Support Services Policy (AJV-P), developing, implementing, amending, and interpreting air traffic policies and regulations in FAA Orders JO 7110.65, 7210.3, Aeronautical Information Manual […]
Ron Foley (ZOB) is the current Collaborative Decision Making Article 114 Representative. Background: Collaborative Decision Making (CDM) is a joint government/industry initiative to improve air traffic flow management through increased information exchange among aviation community stakeholders. […]
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the Article 114 Weather Representative. His report is below: Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP) and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, the AWD […]
Jon Shedden (ZFW) 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 the NAS Voice System (NVS) program. […]
Brent Luna (ZFW) is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS Office. Background: The Surveillance and Broadcast Services (SBS) program was created to manage programs that will enable the air traffic control (ATC) system to migrate […]
Rob Friedel (ZLC) is the Article 114 Enroute Technical Representative. Here is his Report: Background: ERAM is the baseline software for the 20 CONUS EnRoute Air Traffic Control Centers. The software requires continued enhancements to meet the […]
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 […]
Amanda Richardson (ZOA) 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 Information Display Systems (IDSs) in the NAS, providing the Agency with […]
Corey Soignet (IAH) is the National FDIO/EFSTS Representative for NATCA FDIO Background: Flight Data Input/Output (FDIO) system provide the necessary functional capabilities for National Airspace System (NAS) flight plan data, weather information, general information and message entry […]
Sean Kavanagh (ZDC) Art 114 ERIDS National Representative. Background: ERIDS (En Route Information Display System) is a real-time, interactive, electronic information display system used as a replacement for paper sources of information. ERIDS provides controllers, supervisors, […]
Tiffany McBride (SCT) is the Article 114 Representative The IDS Replacement program was initially supposed to replace all the Information Display Systems in the National Airspace System (NAS) with one product known as NAS Information Display […]
Ray Berndt Article 114 National Representative. Background: While the deployment of EnRoute Data Comm remains paused due to COVID, the three operational Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs), Indianapolis (ZID), Kansas City (ZKC) and Washington D.C. (ZDC), […]
NATCA is requesting seven volunteers to act as subject matter experts (SME) in support of Terminal Automation Modernization and Replacement (TAMR) and Standard Terminal Automation Replacement Systems (STARS). The TAMR/STARS SMEs will be responsible for the […]
Request for Volunteer: (TBFM) Ops Team Terminal SME NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as a full-time Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) Ops Team Terminal subject matter expert. RESPONSIBILITIES: •TBFM site post-implementation reviews; •Participate on […]
Request for Volunteer: Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) Ops Team EnRoute SME NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as a full-time Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) Ops Team En Route subject matter expert. RESPONSIBILITIES:•TBFM site […]
Chris Thomas Article 114 National Representative Background: The COVID-19 pandemic is still adversely affecting our projects and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. Many facilities in the Western Service Area have once again […]
Jeff Plendl Article 114 National 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 Equipment (DME)/Very High-Frequency Omni-directional Range (VOR)/Tactical […]
Paul Behan (ZJX) is the Article 114 Rep for Space Integration. His report is below: Background: Historically, space launch and re-entry operations in the NAS occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them […]
Christian Karns is the Article 114 Representative for Florida Metroplex. Background: The Florida Metroplex project consist of two projects. One project is tasked with designing and implementing new Q & Y routes to replace existing J-Routes. The […]
John Murdock Article 114 National Representative. Background: The NATCA Procedures Representative works collaboratively with the Mission Support Services Policy (AJV-P), developing, implementing, amending, and interpreting air traffic policies and regulations in FAA Orders JO 7110.65, 7210.3, Aeronautical […]
Joey Tinsley (ZTL) is an Article 114 PBN Co-Lead for the Eastern Service Area Operations Support Group. His report is below: PBN Single-site Background: PBN Co-Leads are responsible for the oversight of designing, developing, and implementing PBN […]
Eric Johnson (ZFW) is the Article 114 PBN Co-Lead for the Central Service Area Operations Support Group. PBN Single-site Background: PBN Co-Leads are responsible for the oversight of designing, developing, and implementing PBN procedures and/or routes. Using […]
Matt Trimble Article 114 AIS Representative Single Machine Interface for NOTAM Data Background: In the effort to remove public access to Aeronautical Integrated Data Access Portal (AIDAP), 87% of current AIDAP users have been transitioned off AIDAP. […]
Mark Ostronic is the Strategy National Representative Background: The Strategy National 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 […]
Bennie Hutto (PCT) is the Article 114 National PBN Criteria Rep to ATO Enterprise & Strategy Planning (AJV-S) and Rules and Regulation (AJV-P2). His report is below: Background: Participated in the Air Traffic Service (ATS) Routes Workgroup, […]
Kristen Wilson Article 114 National Representative Background: The ATD-2 effort provides solutions to several problems in the complex, multi-airport environment. At most airports today, departures are managed in the order they push back from the gate, which […]
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”, […]
Jimmy Smith Article 114 UAS Representative Background (provided for insight). Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) safe integration into the NAS is an ongoing process that continually evolves with rapidly changing technological advancements. As a result, UAS integration […]
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 […]
Ryan Jacobs Article 114 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 plan […]
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). […]
Phil Hargarten (S46) is the Article 114 National Trajectory Based Operations Representative, Article 114 Northeast Corridor Operating Area Collaborative Workgroup (CWG) Co-lead. It sits on the Performance Based Navigation Nextgen Integration Working Group (NIWG) and the […]
Gerald Quaye (JFK) 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 […]
Matt Gammon (ZID) Art. 114 Rep 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 […]
Jimmy Clouse is the Article 114 Representative for Change Strategy Co-lead. 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 (CWG) Co-leads, […]
Aaron Rose is the Article 114 Representative for TFDM. Background: TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for ATCT users and enhanced surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will replace ATCT paper flight strips […]
NATCA recommends participation in the FAA AJW Virtual First Strategies Team – Employee Survey. Please see attached Word document and PDF. NATCA recommends participation in the Position Display Monitors (PDM) Survey. Please see attached PDFs and […]
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for TRACON Terminal Stages 2-5 Major Revision. Terminal Stages 2, 3, 4, and 5 academic training courses are out of date, requiring a […]
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as subject matter experts for the Terminal Basic Radar Training RTF. The purpose of the Terminal Basic Radar Training RTF is to assist AJI and the FAA Academy to […]
NATCA is requesting one volunteer to serve as the part-time Camera / Video Surveillance Advisory System (VSAS) Article 114 national representative. Camera/VSAS is developing national standards to govern video camera systems used by tower controllers to […]
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. […]
Chris Keyes Article 114 Representative. Background: NATCA’s Professional Standards Program (PSP) has now processed over 3,930 cases since the program began. The program helps to maintain, promote, and inspire professionalism throughout the NAS. The purpose of […]
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 […]
Bridget Singratanakul is the Article 114 Representative for Runway Safety/Runway Status Lights. Background: The Runway Safety group aims to embody a safe flight — both at its start and conclusion. It continues to be one of the […]
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the Article 114 Weather Representative. His report is below: Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP) and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, the AWD […]
John Murdock National Procedures Article 114 Representative Background: The NATCA Procedures Representative works collaboratively with the Mission Support Services Policy (AJV-P), developing, implementing, amending, and interpreting air traffic policies and regulations in FAA Orders 7110.65, 7210.3, Airmans […]
Rob Friedel (ZLC) is the Article 114 Enroute Technical Representative. Here is his Report: Background: ERAMis the baseline software for the 20 CONUS EnRoute Air Traffic Control Centers (ARTCC’s). The software requires continued enhancements to meet […]
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 […]
NATCA is requesting five subject matter experts for the Navigational Aid (NAVAID) Monitoring Equipment (NME) First Course Conduct (FCC). SCOPE: The NME will consist of displays located in 32 air traffic control facilities that interface with […]
Brent Luna (ZFW) 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 […]
Tiffany McBride (SCT) is the Article 114 Representative Background: The IDS Replacement program was originally supposed to replace all the Information Display Systems in the NAS with one product known as NAS Information Display System (NIDS) […]
Amanda Richardson (ZOA) 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 Information Display Systems (IDSs) in the NAS, providing the Agency with […]
Ray Berndt Article 114 Representative Background: EnRoute Data Comm remains operational at Indianapolis Center (ZID), Kansas City Center (ZKC) and Washington Center (ZDC) Air Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs) while the remainder of the deployment waterfall for […]
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 […]
Jon Shedden (ZFW) represents the NATCA membership as their Article 114 Representative to the VoICE project. Background: NAS VoICE program will encompass the National Airspace System Voice System (NVS) program. This will include acquisitions to replace our […]
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 […]
NATCA is requesting six volunteers to serve as subject matter experts (SME) for the Air Traffic Control Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) First Course Conduct (FCC) Training. The purpose of the FCC is to finish validating that […]
Paul Behan (ZJX) is the Article 114 Rep for Space Integration. His report is below: Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the NAS occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them […]
Bill Wise (ESC) is the Article 114 Rep for ESC PBN and NEC A&P. PBN Single-site Background: PBN Co-Leads are responsible for the oversight of designing, developing, and implementing PBN procedures and routes. Using a collaborative workgroup […]
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”, […]
Eric Johnson Article 114 Rep. Monthly Report: The CSA PBN team held meetings on 8/9 and 8/16 to finalize matching the Instrument Landing Systems (ILS), Global Positioning System (GPS), and Required Navigation Performance (RNP) approaches at […]
Bennie Hutto (PCT) is the Article 114 National PBN Criteria Rep to ATO Enterprise & Strategy Planning (AJV-S) and Rules and Regulation (AJV-P2). His report is below: Monthly Report: Two recommendations were submitted to the Performance-based […]
Matt Trimble Article 114 Rep. Aeronautical Integrated Data Access Portal (AIDAP)/ System Wide Information Management (SWIM) and Multi Part Notice To Airman’s(NOTAMs): The Agency has met its internal goal of transitioning current AIDAP users over to […]
Mark Ostronic is the Strategy National Representative Background: The Strategy National 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 […]
Ed Hulsey (ZFW) is the Article 114 Metroplex Background: This initiative is part of the overall process of transitioning to a NextGen system. A “Metroplex” is a geographic area that includes several commercial and general aviation […]
Jimmy Smith UAS Representative Background: (provided for insight). Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) safe integration into the NAS is an ongoing process that continually evolves with rapidly changing technological advancements. UAS integration will require new laws, policies, practices, […]
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 […]
Ryan Jacobs is the NATCA TAMR Article 114 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 […]
Phil Hargarten (S46) is the Article 114 National Trajectory Based Operations Representative, Article 114 Northeast Corridor Operating Area Collaborative Workgroup Co-lead, and sits on the Performance-Based Navigation Nextgen Integration Working Group (NIWG) and the Northeast Corridor […]
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 […]
Gerald Quaye (JFK) 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 […]
Aaron Rose is the Article 114 Representative for TFDM. Background: TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) users and enhanced surface traffic flow management capabilities. TFDM will […]
Matt Gammon (ZID) Art. 114 Rep for Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) Background: Time Based Flow Management is a system of tools used to manage traffic flows based on time to maximize efficiency. There are several […]
Jimmy Clouse is the Article 114 Representative for Change Strategy Co-lead. 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 (CWG) […]
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 […]
Lydia Baune (GEG), Chris Keyes (ZDC) and Patrick Carter (D10) NATCA’s Professional Standards Program (PSP) has now processed over 3,850 cases since the program began. The program helps to maintain, promote, and inspire professionalism throughout the NAS. The […]
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the Chairperson of NATCA’s OSHA Committee. Background: The NATCA OSHA Committee endeavors to assist NATCA representatives and members in identifying, understanding, preventing, and seek remedy for occupational safety and health (OSH) […]
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 […]
Aaron Katz (P50) is the current National Human Performance Rep. Background: The Human Performance Representative is the NATCA liaison to Safety and Training (AJI) 155, the FAA Human Performance office. The office is comprised of a […]
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the Article 114 Weather Representative. His report is below: Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP) and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, the AWD […]
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the Article 114 Weather Representative. His report is below: Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP) and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, the AWD […]
Government funding is set to expire on Sept. 30. Meanwhile, the Senate is on its annual August recess until Sept. 13, and the House came back from recess on Aug. 23. Adding to the mix of uncertainty […]
Shortly after passing the infrastructure bill, the Senate passed on a party line vote an annual budget resolution, which acts as a framework so that House and Senate committees can assemble a large “reconciliation” package of […]
The U.S. Senate passed the bipartisan infrastructure package by a vote of 69-30 on Aug. 10. Also called the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), this critical legislation includes $5 billion for various air traffic control […]
NATCA is requesting five volunteers to serve as subject matter experts (SMEs) for the Terminal CIC Cadre Course First Course Conduct (FCC). The purpose of the FCC is to finish validating that the training meets the […]
NATCA is requesting four volunteers to serve as the subject matter experts for the Surface Aviation Risk Identification Assessment (ARIA) briefing. The purpose of the First Course Conduct (FCC) is to finish validating that the training […]
NATCA recommends participation in the NATCA AJR-X2 Operational Contingency Plan (OCP) 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.
On July 26, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on DCP JO 7210.3, Paragraph 3-3-11 – Headset Tone Incidents. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Suzanne […]
On Wednesday, July 7, 2021, NATCA was notified by the Agency of its intent to implement and to administer the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA), Public Law No. 117-2 at the Agency for use […]
On June 15, 2021, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement the newly developed National Flight Test Database (NFTDB) tool for use by flight test crewmembers to create, search, and archive Daily Flight Test […]
NATCA is requesting four volunteers to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SME) for the Low Altitude Authorization & Notification Capability (LAANC) training First Course Conduct (FCC). Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) operations in the National Airspace System […]
(NOTE: This is for all terminal controllers in the Southwest Region.) NATCA is requesting five volunteers to serve as subject matter experts (SME) for the Controller in Charge (CIC) Cadre Operational Tryout (OTO). The purpose of […]
(Note: This is for all tower controllers in the Great Lakes Region.) NATCA is requesting six volunteers to serve as subject matter experts for the Certified Tower Radar Display (CTRD) Course First Course Conduct (FCC). A […]
(Note: This is for all terminal air traffic controllers for the Central Region.) NATCA is requesting five volunteers to serve as subject matter experts for the Terminal Controller in Charge Cadre Course First Course Conduct (FCC). […]
NATCA is requesting five volunteers to serve as subject matter experts for the Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) First Course Conduct (FCC). The Air Traffic Control System Command Center (ATCSCC) and AJI-2 Technical Training are conducting […]
NATCA encourages all members and their families to participate in the democratic process. NATCA’s Member Voter Center is a year-round resource to find links on how to register to vote and continuous information about upcoming special elections. Below are the […]
This week, the House is considering a minibus spending package that includes the House version of the FY 2022 Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) appropriations bill. This year, the legislation stays silent on an annual […]
In the House, Transportation & Infrastructure (T&I) Committee Chairman Peter DeFazio, D-Ore., Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Rick Larsen, D-Wash., and T&I Committee members Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., and Bob Gibbs, R-Ohio, recently introduced H.R. 4042, the Aviation Funding […]
On Wednesday, July 28, the House Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) Committee approved bipartisan legislation, the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act, introduced by Reps. Sharice Davids, D-Kan., and Garret Graves, R-La. The bill would establish a federal […]
The House has been working to advance its version of the 12 annual appropriations bills, and this week the first spending bill package is on the House floor. That package, known as a “minibus,” combines several […]
President Biden and a group of bipartisan senators are attempting to reach agreement on a major infrastructure funding package. Negotiations have stalled over issues like transit funding and how to pay for the package, but Senate […]
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. […]
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 […]
NATCA recommends participation in the Independent Operational Assessment (IOA) of the NAS Voice Recorder Questionnaire. Please see attached Word document. NATCA recommends participation in the Employee Engagement Team’s Reverse Mentoring Survey, specifically for Region X bargaining […]
On July 7, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on Policy Bulletin #123, Emergency Paid Leave (EPL) under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), Reference Material and Forms. We are currently waiting for a response from the […]
On May 10, 2021, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning EMS-11.2 – Guidance on Pay Issues Related to Disaster/Emergency Situations. In the MOU, the Parties recognize that NATCA never received notice […]
On May 24, 2021, the FAA briefed NATCA regarding its plans to upgrade the Operational Data Store (ODS) database, Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Operational Data Store, to safeguard the database against aging software and security vulnerabilities. […]
On Wednesday, May 19, 2021, NATCA was notified by the Agency of its plans to implement President Biden’s Executive Order (EO) Increasing the Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors, which mandates that federal contractors earn $15 per […]
NATCA is requesting eight volunteers to serve as subject matter experts (SME) for the RT-WBT First Course Conduct (FCC). The purpose of the FCC is to verify all revisions have been made, the course is effective […]
NextGen Weather Systems (AJM-333) will convene the NextGen Weather Processor (NWP) Aviation Weather Display (AWD) Early User Evaluation (EUE). The NextGen Weather Program is a critical part of NextGen as it helps reduce the impact of weather on aviation, resulting in safer, […]
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 […]
Jimmy Smith is the National UAS Representative Background: Unmanned Aircraft Systems’ (UAS) safe integration into the NAS is an ongoing process that continually evolves with rapidly changing technological advancements. UAS integration will require new laws, policies, practices, procedures, and standards. All these […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. These launch […]
Central Service Center (CSC) Performance Based Navigation (PBN) Eric Johnson is the Article 114 Representative for CSC PBN. Background: PBN Co-Leads are responsible for the oversight of designing, developing, and implementing PBN procedures and/or routes. Using a collaborative work group […]
Dan Hamilton is the Article 114 Representative to the SBS. 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 […]
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 […]
Nearly two decades after the initial deployment of the Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System (STARS), NATCA and the FAA have marked a collaboration milestone on National Airspace System (NAS) modernization: the completion of the deployment waterfall. The […]
On Tuesday, June 15, the House passed H.R. 1262, bipartisan legislation that would, if enacted, establish an FAA task force to determine improvements to the Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs) system, which provides critical information to pilots […]
The Federal-Postal Coalition sent a letter to House and Senate appropriators urging them to include a 3.2% pay raise for federal employees (2.2% across the board plus a 1% average locality pay) in the FY 22 […]
NATCA’s field activists have been contacting members of Congress in the House and Senate to encourage co-sponsors on S. 419/H.R. 1283, the Continuity for Operators with Necessary Training Required for ATC Contract Towers (CONTRACT) Act of […]
In May, President Biden released his full budget proposal for fiscal year 2022 (FY 22), following release of the administration’s “skinny budget” back in April. The president’s FY 22 budget supports strong funding for the FAA […]
As Congress crafts infrastructure legislation, NATCA has been advocating for urgent air traffic control facility upgrades to ensure the continued safety of the National Airspace System. NATCA is strongly advocating for a robust funding authorization to bring […]
Surface surveillance provides situational awareness in all kinds of weather. ASDE-X and ASSC systems are currently deployed at a combined total of 42 airports. With ASSC and ASDE-X, controllers see aircraft and ground vehicles on the airport surface, and approach and […]
The NATCA Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Team needs one team member. The CISM program operates in accordance with Article 74 of the CBA and is designed to proactively manage the common disruptive physical, mental, and […]
Reps. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., and Rodney Davis, R-Ill., have introduced H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act, bipartisan legislation that would eliminate the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset, two titles of the […]
The House Appropriations’ Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development held a hearing on May 12 to examine “Federal Aviation Administration Safety Oversight.” The sole witness was FAA Administrator Steve Dickson, whose testimony covered a range […]
In April, President Biden released a preview of his budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2022, known as a “skinny budget.” He is expected to release the full budget proposal as early as the end of May, […]
Jimmy Smith is the Article 114 UAS Representative Background: Unmanned Aircraft Systems’ safe integration into the NAS is an ongoing process that continually evolves with rapidly changing technological advancements. UAS integration will require new laws, policies, practices, procedures, and standards. All […]
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 […]
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 […]
Earlier this spring, President Biden introduced an infrastructure proposal titled the “American Jobs Plan,” a $2.5 trillion proposal that calls on Congress to invest $25 billion in our nation’s airports, including funding to upgrade Federal Aviation […]
NATCA President Paul Rinaldi participated in the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure Aviation Subcommittee roundtable on May 18 titled, “Final Approach: An Update on ATC Modernization.” The event focused on the implementation of the Next […]
Operational Risk Management training for bargaining unit employees (BUEs), especially those who perform controller in charge (CIC) duties and act on behalf of management, is required to improve communication and coordination between Technical Operations (TO) and […]
Changes have come to the Florida Metroplex and Northeast Corridor Atlantic Coast Routes (NEC ACR), which will improve safety and efficiency in this busy airspace. “These changes will improve the efficient flow of air traffic over […]
Ryan Jacobs is the Article 114 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 plan […]
Gerald Quaye (JFK) 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Jimmy Clouse is the Article 114 Representative for Change Strategy Co-lead. 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 (CWG) Co-leads, Metroplex Co-leads as well as […]
NATCA recommends participation in the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) Needs Analysis/Weather Survey. Please see attached Word document from the FAA with a link for the survey. NATCA recommends participation in the AVS Organization Designation Authorization […]
On April 15, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing FAA Order 7930.2, Change 2. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Suzanne DeFelice, Senior Labor Relations Administrator […]
On March 16, 2021, NATCA commenced negotiating a successor collective bargaining agreement (CBA) for its unit of Title 5 civilian air traffic controllers at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina (NKT). The current […]
On March 15, 2021, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning PRE-3.8 Recruitment, Relocation, and Retention Incentives. In the MOU, the Parties recognize that NATCA never received notice of the establishment of […]
On April 21, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its plans to stand up a new AVS ODA Office (AVS-6), which will report to the Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety. The mission of the AVS ODA […]
On May 3, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding changes to chapters 2 through 5 and 7 through 12 in Order 7110.10BB. The changes are intended to align the Order with current Flight Service operating systems […]
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 […]
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 to replace our aging voice switches, as […]
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 […]
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 […]
Mark Ostronic is the Strategy National Representative Background: The Strategy National 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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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) different orders […]
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 […]
Matt Gammon (ZID) Art. 114 Rep 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 […]
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 […]
Ron Foley is the CDM Article 114 Lead Flow Evaluation Team (FET), Weather Evaluation Team (WET) and Future Concept Team (FCT) reps will be sending their updates separately this month as part of CDM. As for SCT (Surface Concept Team), I’ve been the SME for […]
Jimmy Clouse is the Article 114 Representative for Change Strategy Co-lead. 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, […]
The Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS) program is evaluating its prototype of E-IDS and the monitor and mount solutions available. The goals are to ensure that the prototype is on the right track to a functional […]
On March 23, NATCA signed onto a letter from the Federal-Postal Coalition to the Office of Presidential Personnel that requests the Biden administration take urgent action to restore a quorum to the Merit Systems Protection Board […]
Sens. Jerry Moran, R-Kan., and Jacky Rosen, D-Nev., introduced a resolution that designated the week of March 8 as “Women of the Aviation Workforce Week.” This resolution honored women in the aviation workforce and highlighted the […]
House Representative Gerry Connolly, D-Va., and Senator Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, recently introduced the FAIR Act in the House and Senate (H.R. 392; S. 561). If enacted, the FAIR Act would provide a 3.2% pay raise for federal […]
President Biden introduced a proposal titled the “American Jobs Plan,” a $2.5 trillion infrastructure proposal that is the administration’s latest policy priority. Relevant to NATCA, this proposal calls on Congress to invest $25 billion in our […]
On March 11, President Biden signed into law a $1.9 trillion COVID relief package titled the “American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.” To understand how this law impacts NATCA and our membership, click here to view our recent […]
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 NATCA OSHA representative from every region. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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, […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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: […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
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). […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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% […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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, […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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.
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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). […]
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 […]
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 […]
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), […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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). […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The House and Senate returned to Washington for legislative session on Jan. 27.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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. […]
The House and Senate returned to session on Jan. 6. Lawmakers avoided a government shutdown by passing a budget for Fiscal Year 2020.
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.
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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. […]
