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NATCA Members Speak About Effects of Government Shutdown on Their Families
NATCA members speak about how the government shutdown is affecting their families and is an unnecessary distraction from performing their vital duties of keeping America’s National Airspace System operating safely and efficiently. NATCA members featured in […]
NATCA in the News: NATCA FacRep Discusses Government Shutdown During MSNBC Appearance
NATCA Facility Representative Pete LeFevre (Dulles Tower, IAD) appeared on MSNBC on Oct. 17 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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Financial and Wellness Resources for NATCA Members
NATCA Members: We know that this week, the shutdown has compounded the stressors of this job because you are facing a loss of income after receiving your first incomplete paycheck. In addition to advocating every day […]
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Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP) Criteria
Matthew Fisher, Potomac Consolidated TRACON (PCT), is the National IFP Criteria Article 114 Representative. Background:The IFP Criteria Rep collaborates with Industry, Mission Support Services (AJV), Service Areas, NextGen (ANG), and Flight Standards Services (AFS) to provide […]
Training Enterprise Application & Management (TEAM)
Adonna Prior (LAS) is the National TEAM Article 114 Representative. Background:TEAM is a comprehensive system designed for training documentation, tracking, and reporting. It meets employees’ training management needs, provides robust and accessible reporting, and complies with […]
Weather
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the National Weather Article 114 Representative. Background:The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP) and the Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, the AWD will incorporate […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John T. Lenhart (ZOA) is the National Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP) Article 114 Representative. ATOP Program Background:The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g., vertical movement) and provides alerts to […]
En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM) Computer-Human Interface (CHI)
George Herbert is the National ERAM CHI Article 114 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. The […]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the Chairperson of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) OSHA Committee. Background The NATCA OSHA Committee endeavors to assist NATCA representatives and members in identifying, understanding, preventing, and seeking remedies for […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Brent Luna (ZFW) is the National SBS Office Article 114 Representative. Background: The SBS program was created to manage programs that will enable the Air Traffic Control (ATC) system to migrate from one that relies solely on […]
Tower Data Link Services (TDLS)
Chris Espada (IAH) is the National TDLS Article 114 Representative. Background: TDLS provides digital communication links between air traffic controllers in the Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) and aircraft pilots for delivering departure clearance messages and […]
NATCA in the News: NATCA President Nick Daniels Addresses Government Shutdown During CNN Interview
NATCA President Nick Daniels appeared on CNN with anchor Pamela Brown on Oct. 15 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: NATCA Southwest RVP John Bratcher Discusses Government Shutdown During Spectrum News Appearance
NATCA Southwest Regional Vice President John Bratcher (NSW) appeared on Spectrum News in Dallas-Fort Worth to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: NATCA Western Pacific RVP Joel Ortiz Discusses Government Shutdown During KOHN-TV Appearance
NATCA Western Pacific Regional Vice President Joel Ortiz (NWP) appeared on KOHN-TV in Hawaii to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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We Still Need to Hear From You: Tell Congress to End the Shutdown
Dear Brothers and Sisters, Although we are disappointed that there has not been a swift resolution to the government shutdown, NATCA is continuing to do everything in our power to end the shutdown as quickly as possible. Among these efforts, […]
NAVAIDS Monitoring Equipment (NME)
Zac Carrigan (MIA) is the National NME Article 114 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 […]
Terminal Computer Human Interaction (CHI)
Lee Moore (I90) is the National Terminal CHI Article 114 Representative.Background:The workgroup addresses Terminal CHI requirements originating from Terminal Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) programs and works to improve Terminal CHI products in the National […]
Terminal Automation Modernization and Replacement (TAMR)
Jason Rose is the NATCA TAMR Article 114 RepresentativeBackground: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 […]
TERMINAL FLIGHT DATA MANAGER (TFDM)
Ross Costa is the National TFDM Article 114 Representative. Background: TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) users, as well as enhanced surface traffic flow management capabilities. […]
Time Based Flow Management (TBFM)
Tameka Velasquez (ZTL) – 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 to maximize efficiency. There are […]
Human Performance (Article 55)
John McFerren (MYF) is the current National Human Performance Rep. Background: The Human Performance Representative serves as the NATCA liaison to AJI 3420, the FAA Human Performance office. The office is comprised of a group manager […]
Weather
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the National Weather Article 114 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 incorporate […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John T. Lenhart (ZOA) is the Article 114 Representative for Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP). ATOP Program Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g. vertical movement) and provides alerts […]
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Flight Data Input/Output (FDIO), Electronic Flight Strip Transfer System (EFSTS), and Flight and Interfacility Data Interface (FIDI)
Corey Soignet (IAH) is the National FDIO/EFSTS Article 114 Representative. FDIO Background: The flight Data Input/Output (FDIO) system provides the necessary functional capabilities for the National Airspace System (NAS) flight plan data, weather information, general information, […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDS-R)
Steven Brown (PWM) is the National IDS-R Article 114 Representative Program Summary:The IDS Replacement Program was initially created to replace all the Information Display Systems in the National Airspace System (NAS) with a product called the […]
National Airspace System (NAS) Voice over IP Communication Enterprise (VoICE)
Jon Shedden (Fort Worth ARTCC) is the National VoICE Article 114 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 […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Brent Luna (ZFW) is the National SBS Office Article 114 Representative. Background: The SBS program was created to manage programs that will enable the Air Traffic Control (ATC) system to migrate from one that relies solely on […]
RVP Round-Up Shutdown 10/10
From Kevin Curtiss, NATCA New England RVP Good Afternoon NATCA New England, After a week of frustration in our profession, the real pain has started. Yesterday, your LES reflected that you would not be paid for […]
En Route Information Display System (ERIDS)
Tony Albert (ZAU) is the National ERIDS Article 114 Representative Background:ERIDS (En Route Information Display System) is a real-time, interactive, electronic information display system that is used as a replacement for paper sources of information. ERIDS […]
Telecommunications
Brandon Esquer, Phoenix TRACON (P50), is the National Telecommunications Article 114 Representative. Background:The Telecommunications Representative collaborates with Technical Operations, FAA management officials, and other stakeholders in developing strategy and assists in implementing checklists developed for facility […]
Tower Data Link Services (TDLS)
Tower Data Link Services (TDLS)Chris Espada (IAH) is the National TDLS Article 114 Representative. Background:This initiative provides a collaborative approach for the FAA and NATCA to identify and mitigate potential operational impacts to Air Traffic Control […]
Offshore Automation
Jessica Anaya (ZMA) is the National Offshore Automation Article 114 Representative. Background: Offshore Automation Phase 1 is working toward the deployment of En Route Automation and Modernization (ERAM) at two key Offshore sites, Honolulu Control Facility […]
Operations Support Group (OSG) Modernization
Joey Tinsley (ZTL) is the OSG Modernization Article 114 Co-Lead for the Eastern Service Area (ESA). OSG (Operations Support Group) Modernization Representative Background:The Operations Support Group (OSG) NATCA representative is responsible for the execution of airspace […]
Urban Air Mobility (UAM)
Will Hutson is the National UAM Article 114 Representative. Background: UAM is an initiative that supports the movement of passengers and cargo within urban environments by utilizing revolutionary new aircraft. The initiative will be composed of […]
Navigation
Luke Miller (I90) is the National Navigation Article 114 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 […]
Time Based Flow Management (TBFM)
Tameka Velasquez (ZTL) is the National TBFM Article 114 Representative. 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 […]
NAVAIDS Monitoring Equipment (NME)
Zac Carrigan (MIA) is the National NME Article 114 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 […]
October 15th, 2025 New England Bi-Monthly Regional Update
From Kevin Curtiss, NATCA New England RVP NATCA New England, I know you are reading this with the utmost frustration after not being made whole in your paycheck for the work you have done. On top […]
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NATCA President Nick Daniels and Members from BWI Airport Meet with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy
Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy visited Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) today to meet with the air traffic controllers who work there, along with NATCA President Nick Daniels, NATCA Eastern Regional Vice President Mike Christine, […]
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NATCA in the News: NATCA Members Hand Out Leaflets, Alerting Public About Ongoing Government Shutdown
ATCA members, leadership, and staff handed out leaflets at four airports on Tuesday, Oct. 14 alerting the flying public about the ongoing government shutdown and why politicians should end the shutdown immediately.
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NEA RVP Mike Christine Press Apperances
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NATCA in the News: Southern Regional Vice President Dan McCabe Discusses Ongoing Government Shutdown During WESH-TV Appearance
NATCA Southern Regional Vice President Dan McCabe (NSO) appeared on WESH-TV in Orlando, Fla. on Oct. 10 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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Oct. 14 Update
NATCA Family, As the government shutdown continues into its third week, we know that today you are feeling the effects of this shutdown in your personal finances, as you have not been paid what you have […]
Shutdown Video Update
NATCA Members, We did not ask to be the focus of a government shutdown, but once again, our profession is in the spotlight. Amid rumors and misinformation, I wanted to address you directly. We will continue […]
NATCA President Nick Daniels Discussed the Government Shutdown on MSNBC (Oct. 11)
NATCA President Nick Daniels discussed the government shutdown on MSNBC with anchor Christina Ruffini on Oct. 11.
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Tell Congress: Protect America’s Airspace and End the Shutdown
Dear Brothers and Sisters, We had hoped for a swift resolution to the standoff that has caused this government shutdown. Unfortunately, that does not appear likely at this time. NATCA is doing everything in our power […]
NATCA Western Pacific Regional Vice President Joel Ortiz Discusses Government Shutdown During KOLD-TV Appearance
NATCA Western Pacific Regional Vice President Joel Ortiz (NWP) appeared on KOLD-TV in Tucson, Ariz. on Oct. 9 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: Western Pacific Regional Vice President Joel Ortiz Discusses Government Shutdown During KPIX-TV Appearance
NATCA Western Pacific Regional Vice President Joel Ortiz (NWP) appeared on KPIX-TV on Oct. 9 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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Oct. 10, 2025 Update
NATCA Members, As we head into the holiday weekend, we have officially reached one week since the FAA shut down. While many Americans will be taking time off to be with their families over this three-day […]
NATCA Leaders Speak About Why It Is Important That Air Traffic Controllers Are Showing Up to Keep the National Airspace System Operating Safely and Efficiently
NATCA local leaders speak about why air traffic controllers are showing up during the government shutdown to perform their duties of keeping America’s National Airspace System operating safely and efficiently. NATCA leaders featured in the video […]
NATCA in the News: NATCA Eastern Regional Vice President Mike Christine Discusses Government Shutdown During WJLA-TV Appearance
NATCA Eastern Regional Vice President Mike Christine appeared on WJLA-TV on Oct. 7 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: NATCA Eastern Regional Vice President Discusses Government Shutdown During DC News Now Appearance
NATCA Eastern Regional Vice President Mike Christine appeared on DC News Now on Oct. 7 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: NATCA New England Regional Vice President Kevin Curtiss Discusses Government Shutdown During WPRI-TV Appearance
NATCA New England Regional Vice President Kevin Curtiss (NNE) appeared on WPRI-TV in Providence, R.I. on Oct. 8 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: NATCA Northwest Mountain Regional Vice President Steph Winder Discusses Government Shutdown During Appearance on KUSA-TV
NATCA Northwest Mountain Regional Vice President Steph Winder (NNM) appeared on KUSA-TV on Oct. 7 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: NATCA Northwest Mountain Regional Vice President Steph Winder Discusses Government Shutdown During KCNC-TV Appearance
NATCA Northwest Mountain Regional Vice President Steph Winder (NNM) appeared on KCNC-TV on Oct. 7 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: Eastern Regional Vice President Mike Christine Discusses Government Shutdown During WBAL-TV Appearance
NATCA Eastern Regional Vice President Mike Christine (NEA) appeared on WBAL-TV on Oct. 7 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: Southwest Regional Vice President John Bratcher Discusses Government Shutdown During KHOU-TV Appearance
NATCA Southwest Regional Vice President John Bratcher (NSW) appeared on KHOU-TV on Oct. 7 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: Great Lakes Regional Vice President Drew MacQueen Discusses Government Shutdown During Appearance on WGN
NATCA Great Lakes Regional Vice President Drew MacQueen (NGL) appeared on WGN-TV on Oct. 7 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: Eastern Regional Vice President Mike Christine Discusses Government Shutdown During KYW-TV Appearance
NATCA Eastern Regional Vice President Mike Christine (NEA) appeared on KYW-TV in Philadelphia on Oct. 8 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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ICYMI: NATCA President Nick Daniels Shutdown Media Appearances
Since the government shutdown started on Oct. 1, 2025, NATCA President Nick Daniels has appeared – sometimes multiple times – on CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, ABC World News Tonight, NBC Nightly News, CBS Evening News, BBC […]
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NATCA in the News: NATCA President Nick Daniels Speaks with NPR about Government Shutdown
NATCA President Nick Daniels appeared on NPR’s Morning Edition with anchor Michel Martin on Oct. 8 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: NATCA President Nick Daniels Discusses Government Shutdown During MSNBC Appearance
NATCA President Nick Daniels appeared on MSNBC with anchor Chris Jansing on Oct. 9 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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Oct. 9, 2025
NATCA Members, As of Thursday, Oct. 9, we are disappointed to report that an agreement to fund the government has not yet been reached. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) remains shut down. Today, the Senate again […]
NATCA In The News: NATCA President Nick Interviewed by ABC News
NATCA President Nick Daniels appeared on ABC News on Oct. 8 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA In The News: NATCA President Nick Daniels Interviewed on MSNBC
NATCA President Nick Daniels appeared on MSNBC with anchor Anna Cabrera on Oct. 8 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
NATCA President Nick Daniels Discusses Government Shutdown During Interview with BBC World News America
NATCA President Nick Daniels appeared on BBC World News America on Oct. 8 for an interview to discuss the ongoing government shutdown.
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NATCA in the News: NATCA President Nick Daniels Discusses Uncertainty as Government Shutdown Lingers During CNN News Central Appearance
NATCA President Nick Daniels returned to CNN for an interview with John Berman on Oct. 8 to discuss the ongoing government shutdown. “Open this government today. Let us do the amazing job that we do day […]
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NATCA in the News: NATCA President Highlights ATCs Will Continue to Serve American Public During Appearance on NBC’s Nightly News
NATCA President Nick Daniels appeared on NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas on Oct. 7. Daniels stressed that air traffic controllers across the National Airspace System will continue to show up for work to serve the […]
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NATCA in the News: NATCA President Nick Daniels Says No Concerted Effort Among ATCs to Impede Flights Nationwide During CBS News Appearance
NATCA President Nick Daniels appeared on CBS’s Evening News on Tuesday, Oct. 7, saying there is no concerted effort among air traffic controllers to impede flights nationwide. Daniels stressed during an interview with reporter Kris Van […]
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NATCA in the News: NATCA President Nick Daniels Appears on CNN’s The Lead with Jake Tapper
NATCA President Nick Daniels appeared on CNN’s The Lead with Jake Tapper on Oct. 7, highlighting the work air traffic controllers continue to do during this on-going government shutdown. Daniels stressed that there have been more […]
OMB Furlough Reimbursement Interpretation
NATCA Members, We are writing to make you aware that according to multiple media sources, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has issued a draft memorandum that concludes that furloughed federal workers will not be […]
NATCA in the News: President Nick Daniels Calls for Government Shutdown to End at Press Event at Newark Airport
During a press conference at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey on Monday, Oct. 6, NATCA President Nick Daniels repeated our Union’s position that the on-going government shutdown should end immediately. Daniels stated, “Today, I […]
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NATCA President Nick Daniels’ Official Remarks From D.O.T. Press Conference at Newark Liberty International Airport
Today, Nick Daniels, president of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) participated in a press conference at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) with U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on the effects of the […]
NATCA in the News: President Nick Daniels Appears on Fox News Live to Discuss the Government Shutdown
NATCA President Nick Daniels sat down with Fox News Live anchor Mike Emanuel on Sunday, Oct. 5. Daniels stressed that America’s air traffic controllers take pride in the service they provide to the National Airspace System […]
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Video Message From NATCA’s National Executive Board (Oct. 5)
As the government shutdown continues, NATCA’s National Executive Board delivered this reminder to the dedicated air traffic controllers and other aviation safety professionals who continue to keep our skies safe of how important their work is […]
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NATCA in the News: President Nick Daniels Interviewed on PBS News Hour
NATCA President Nick Daniels was interviewed on PBS News Hour by Geoff Bennett on Friday, Oct. 3. During the interview, when Bennett asked whether the public should worry about safety, Daniels responded, “People can feel safe […]
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NATCA in the News: President Nick Daniels Interviewed on LiveNOW from Fox
NATCA President Nick Daniels was interviewed on LiveNOW from Fox by Josh Breslow on Thursday, Oct. 2. Daniels said Americans should know that air traffic controllers will continue doing the job they do, saving people’s lives, […]
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A Message From the NATCA National Executive Board: Oct. 3, 2025
NATCA Members, As of 12:01 this morning, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) officially shut down due to the lapse in appropriations. It is undeniable that this situation places a heavy burden on you, whether you are […]
NATCA Members, We are disappointed to report that an agreement to fund the government has not yet been reached. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had advised NATCA that it had sufficient funds to continue regular operations […]
NATCA in the News: President Nick Daniels Discusses Government Shutdown on CNN
NATCA President Nick Daniels appeared on CNN with Brianna Keilar on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, just hours after Congress failed to reach an appropriations agreement, sending the U.S. federal government into a shutdown. Daniels discussed how […]
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October 1st, 2025 New England Bi-Monthly Regional Update
From Steve Brown, NATCA New England Regional ARVP As I sit to write this month’s update, we are, yet again, at the cusp of another government shutdown. Within this email update, there is a Professional Standards […]
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NATCA CALLS ON CONGRESS TO END THE GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Today, the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) expressed its disappointment that Congress was unable to reach an agreement to fund the government and NATCA called on legislators to end the government shutdown as soon as […]
NATCA Update on the Government Shutdown
NATCA Members, We are disappointed to report that Congress was unable to come to an agreement to fund the government by the Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 12:01 a.m. ET deadline. Consequently, federal appropriations authority for agencies […]
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NATCA Update Sept. 17 2025 CFS Day 2
NATCA Update Sept. 17 2025 CFS Day 2
NATCA Update Sept. 16 2025 CFS Day 1
NATCA Update Sept. 16 2025 CFS Day 1
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NATCA Update: Government Shutdown Appears Imminent
NATCA Members, It does not appear that Congress will reach an agreement to fund the government before the shutdown deadline on Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 12:01 a.m. EST. If they fail to pass an identical funding […]
Reaching New Heights, On Demand: Relive CFS 2025
CFS 2025 brought together aviation’s best to showcase resilience, collaboration, and innovation. Now you can experience it all again. From powerful keynotes to dynamic panels — and the unforgettable Archie League Medal of Safety Awards — […]
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NATCA Charitable Foundation Seeks Volunteers for Board of Directors
The NATCA Charitable Foundation (NCF) is seeking volunteers to join its board of directors. The three-year term begins on Jan. 1, 2026. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this form by Oct. 19, […]
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NATCA Leadership Participates in ALPA’s 69th Air Safety Forum
NATCA President Nick Daniels, National Safety Chair John Murdock, and other NATCA members recently participated in the Air Lines Pilots Association (ALPA) Air Safety Forum in Chicago. This year’s event centered around the theme, “Moving Forward […]
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AVIATION STAKEHOLDERS FROM INDUSTRY AND LABOR JOIN TOGETHER TO CALL ON CONGRESS TO AVERT A GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN
A coalition of aviation stakeholders from industry and labor sent a letter to Congressional leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate, calling on them to take immediate action to avoid a government shutdown. […]
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Modern Skies Coalition Shutdown Letter 25.09.29
Modern Skies Coalition Shutdown Letter 25.09.29
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NATCA National Executive Board Update on Potential Government Shutdown
NATCA Members, Shutdowns should never happen. NATCA’s National Legislative Committee and national office staff have been working hard for months to communicate to members of Congress the harms of a government shutdown. Unfortunately, unless Congress reaches […]
ATSAP Webinar for NATCA Facility Representatives
Empowering Facility Reps with Tools and Insights for a Proactive Safety Culture In the fast-paced, ever-evolving world of air traffic control, the safety of the National Airspace System depends on vigilance, transparency, and a shared commitment […]
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U.S. Rep. Gabe Evans (Colo.-8) Tours Denver Facilities
U.S. Representative Gabe Evans (Colo.-8) recently toured the Denver ATCT (DEN) and Denver TRACON (D01). NATCA member Zac Ploch (DEN) facilitated the tour with the first-term Congressman. Following the tour of the facilities, Rep. Evans was […]
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NATCA: GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWNS DELAY URGENT IMPROVEMENTS TO ATC HIRING, TRAINING, AND MODERNIZATION PROGRAMS
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) is urging Congress to act swiftly to reach an agreement to fund the government and avoid a shutdown that would delay critical improvements needed in hiring and training of […]
NATCA Hosts Meet and Greet for FAA Academy Trainees in Oklahoma City
On September 3, NATCA hosted a meet and greet for FAA Academy trainees. About 60 attendees joined the event. For this event, the entire NATCA National Executive Board (NEB) was in attendance, giving students the opportunity […]
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NATCA – October 1 2025 Shutdown MOU – 19 Sep 2025_for signature
NATCA – October 1 2025 Shutdown MOU – 19 Sep 2025_for signature
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WV Solidarity Night
“Labor unions have a deep-seated history in West Virginia. I’m grateful for the opportunity to bring all three of our facilities together in our state Capital shortly before Labor Day. Regional leadership attending and engaging directly […]
U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson Tours Columbia ATCT/TRACON (CAE)
During a tour of Columbia ATCT/TRACON (CAE), U.S. Representative Joe Wilson (S.C.-2) discussed improving and modernizing the National Airspace System (NAS) with NATCA members. FacReps Anthony Schifano (Charlotte ATCT, CLT) and Dominique-Jonathan “Dom” Russell (Columbia ATCT, […]
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NATCA Recognizes Scholarship Winners: Anna Forbord
Every year, NATCA offers a scholarship program for spouses, children, stepchildren, and legally adopted children of active, retired, and deceased members in good standing for at least two consecutive years. This scholarship is for full-time attendance […]
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CFS 2025 Breakout Sessions Bring Collaboration and Expertise to the Forefront
Breakout sessions at Communicating For Safety 2025 offered attendees the chance to dive deeper into specialized topics, building collaboration and innovation that strengthen the resilience of the National Airspace System (NAS). These smaller forums brought controllers, […]
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CFS 2025 Workshop “Choose Your Ending” Sends Attendees Forward
Communicating For Safety 2025 concluded with an interactive workshop that turned reflection into action. Resilience strategist Shawn Ellis returned to lead “Choose Your Ending: 3 Steps to End Well and Begin Better,” guiding aviation safety professionals […]
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CFS 2025 Panel “Roger That” Focuses on Pilot-Controller Connection
Trust is the foundation of aviation. At Communicating For Safety 2025, the panel “Roger That: Trust in the Pilot-Controller Connection” featured NATCA Southern California TRACON (SCT) Pilot-Controller Liaison Brad Wilcko, NATCA Houston Center (ZHU) member Jesse […]
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Global Safety, Shared Skies: ATC Labor Perspectives on International Challenges
Aviation safety knows no borders. At Communicating For Safety 2025, “Global Safety, Shared Skies: ATC Labor Perspectives on International Challenges” brought together labor leaders from around the world to address shared issues of staffing, technology, and […]
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CFS 2025 Panel “Uncovering the Truth” Shows How Investigations Strengthen the NAS
When tragedy strikes, investigators work tirelessly to gather facts and shape recommendations that prevent future accidents. At Communicating For Safety 2025, “Uncovering the Truth: How Safety Investigations Shape Our Skies” featured NATCA Air Safety Investigators Karena […]
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CFS 2025 Day Three Opens with Global Perspective
Day three of Communicating For Safety 2025 opened with remarks from Nick von Schoenberg, the President of the Global Air Traffic Controllers Alliance and the President of the Canadian Air Traffic Control Association (CATCA). His welcome […]
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Technical Training Airspace and Procedures Subject Matter Expert (SME)
NATCA is requesting one (1) Staff Support Specialist volunteer to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the virtual Technical Training Airspace and Procedures meetings to assist in the completion of this courseware. The virtual […]
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RAP Back MOU Final 050923
RAP Back MOU Final 050923
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RNAV Committee Zoom Mtg Monday September 22nd@3pm Eastern
RNAV Committee Zoom Mtg Monday September 22nd@3pm Eastern Agenda: Attendees:Chair – Tom ThompsonCraig SmithNoel KingstonRosa Serai – Unable to attend. Michelle TrudeauMargaret Summers – RNAV membership count. – Total: 3871 – Number receiving emails: 3948 […]
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