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Luke Miller (I90) is the National Wake Turbulence Article 114 Representative. Background: Consolidated Wake Turbulence (CWT) reduces and streamlines the number of wake turbulence separation standards in the national airspace (NAS). There are currently two (2) […]
Adonna Prior (LAS) is the National TEAM Article 114 Representative. Background: The NATCA TEAM Program SMEs have worked with management TEAM program SMEs, 2400, and Volanno (TEAM’s developer) during the national and post-rollout phases. Their collaboration […]
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 also […]
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 […]
Aaron Katz (P50) is the current National Human Performance Representative. Background: The Human Performance Representative is the NATCA liaison to AJI 3420, the FAA Human Performance office. The office is comprised of a group manager and […]
Chris Keyes, Lydia Baune, and Patrick Carter are the National Professional Standards Article 52 Representatives. Background: NATCA’s Professional Standards Program (PSP) has now processed over 5,215 cases since the program began. The program helps to maintain, […]
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A well-rested workforce is integral for the safety of the flying public Today, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced an agreement with the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) to ensure air traffic controllers receive adequate […]
U.S. Representative Chris Deluzio (Pa.-17) recently came to Pittsburgh ATCT (PIT) for a facility visit. PIT NATCA members William Kirby and Jonathan Sivley coordinated the visit and were joined by PIT FacRep Matt Ramer. During the […]
This year’s Communicating for Safety Conference takes place Sept. 16-18 at the Horseshoe Las Vegas. All NATCA members attending CFS that would like to be considered for excused absence must place their name on the excused […]
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Jessica Anaya (ZMA) is the National OA Article 114 Representative Background: Offshore Automation Segment 1 is working toward deployment of EnRoute Automation and Modernization (ERAM) at two key Offshore sites, Honolulu Control Facility (HCF) and Anchorage […]
Scott Roach (ZME) is the National ERAM Article 114 Representative. Background: ERAMis the baseline software used for the 20 CONUS En Route Air Traffic Control Centers. In addition, ERAM supports connections to multiple systems used within […]
Chris Thomas is the National Operations Support Group (OSG) Article 114 Lead for the Western Service Area Background: Airspace Modernization is a new collaborative initiative that addresses airspace projects that involve multiple FAA lines of business. […]
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 on radar […]
Kevin Wright (D01) is the National Operational Readiness Group (AJR-X) Article 114 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 […]
Amanda Richardson (ZOA) is the National E-IDS Article 114 Representative. 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 types. […]
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 […]
Nate Pair 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 focus is […]
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 replaces paper sources of information. It provides controllers, supervisors, and […]
(WASHINGTON) – The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) is dismayed the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has determined that effective July 28, 2024, it is requiring the relocation of 12 air traffic controllers who work at […]
At NATCA, our National Office team is a powerhouse of dedication and excellence, working tirelessly every day to provide unparalleled service and representation. Their passion and commitment form the backbone of our Union, making us immensely […]
Jeffrey Sieczkarski (Rochester ATCT, ROC) recently attended an event with U.S. Representative Marc Molinaro (N.Y.-19), which was also attended by Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (Ore.-5). Sieczkarski thanked the pair of representatives for their support on FAA Reauthorization […]
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NATCA continues to be successful with our legislative agenda because of our strong NATCA Majority. We support those federally-elected leaders who support us. The next election will be especially important, and we must continuously work to […]
NATCA is proud to represent air traffic control specialists at 142 Federal Contract Towers, managed by Midwest Air Traffic Control Services, Robinson Aviation (RVA), Inc., RVA-CI Squared Aviation, Inc., and Serco Management Services, Inc. These towers […]
NATCA is requesting fifteen (15) En Route and/or Terminal Traffic Management Coordinator (TMC) volunteers to participate in the Trajectory Based Operations (TBO) Training Model Human in the Loop (HITL). The TBO Training Model project has developed […]
In preparation for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in convention in Oshkosh, Wisc., NATCA members helped put on the EAA SimVenture program, held from July 11-14. This online simulation event featured live pilots and air traffic controllers working […]
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Jon Shedden (Fort Worth ARTCC) is the National VoICE Article 114. 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 […]
George Herbert is the National 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 team members […]
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 […]
Joey Tinsley (ZTL) is the Article 114 OSG Modernization Co-Lead for 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 actions, […]
Joel Hays, Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW), is the Article 114 Performance Based Navigation Co-Lead for the Central Service Area Operations Support Group. PBN Co-Lead Background: Performance Based Navigation Co-Leads are responsible for the oversight of […]
Adam Searcy (ZDC) is the National PBN Article 114 Co-Lead for the Eastern Service Area North Operations Support Group. PBN Single-site Background: PBN Co-Leads are responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of PBN procedures […]
Thayer Davis (MSP) is the National TDLS Article 114 Representative. Background: Provide a collaborative approach for FAA and NATCA to identify and mitigate potential operational impacts to Air Traffic Control personnel using the Tower Data Link […]
Jeff Plendl, Los Angeles Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZLA), is the National PBN Article 114 Co-Lead for the WSA. Background: The PBN Co-Lead is responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of single-site Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) […]
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the Chairperson of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA’s) OSHA Committee. Background: The NATCA OSHA Committee endeavors to assist NATCA representatives and members to identifying, understanding, preventing, and seeking remedy […]
Anthony Snow is the National TFMS Article 114 Representative. Background: TFMS is a data exchange system supporting the national air traffic flow management and monitoring. TFMS processes all available data sources, such as flight plan messages, […]
Jen McCoy is the National Procedures Article 114 Representative. Background The NATCA procedures representative works collaboratively with the Mission Support Services Policy Directorate (AJV-P), developing, implementing, amending, and interpreting air traffic policies and regulations contained in […]
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. […]
NATCA is requesting one (1) volunteer to serve as the Representative of the National Benefits Committee (NBC). The Benefits committee meets on average twice a year in person and conducts at a minimum monthly telcons. Committee […]
From Bryan Krampovitis, NATCA New England ARVP As political campaign season gets into full swing, it is fitting to talk about the Hatch Act. Many times, we are overly conservative about the Hatch Act and take […]
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(WASHINGTON) – National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) President Rich Santa in his role as a member of the Executive Council of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) yesterday joined his […]
NATCA is requesting six (6 – 4 current ERAM controllers and 2 current ATOP controllers) EnRoute volunteers to participate in the Cyber Security High Fidelity Test (HFT) Initiative. The HFT initiative will take place over two […]
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Does your facility have a new mother returning to work who will be needing a nursing mothers room, but you don’t have one yet? Email NATCA’s Child Care Rep. Christina Wilcko at [email protected] to get started!
Discover your retirement journey with NATCA’s expert planning and guidance. As one of your exclusive benefits as a member, NATCA’s partnership with 4 Square Financial Literacy Partners, Inc., offers members expert planning and guidance for retirement. […]
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 […]
Aaron Katz (P50) is the National Human Performance Representative. Background: The Human Performance Representative is the NATCA liaison to AJI 3420, the FAA Human Performance office. The office is comprised of a group manager and various […]
Nate Pair 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 focus […]
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 […]
Chris Keyes, Lydia Baune, and Patrick Carter are the Professional Standards Article 52 Representatives NATCA’s Professional Standards Program (PSP) has now processed over 5,185 cases since the program began. The program helps to maintain, promote, and […]
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 also […]
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 on […]
Matt Gammon (ZID) is the National FMDS Article 114 Representative. Background: Flow Management and Data Services is a planned system of tools that will manage demand and National Airspace (NAS) capacity. The initial concept of FMDS […]
Amanda Richardson (ZOA) is the National Enterprise-Information Display System (E-IDS) Article 114 Representative. 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 […]
On June 12, NATCA organized a dynamic Meet and Greet event for FAA Academy trainees in Oklahoma City, offering them a unique opportunity to connect with seasoned air traffic control professionals and NATCA representatives. This event’s […]
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The NATCA Central Region Monthly Update is now available! In this Issue:
As always, it’s a privilege to be your Northwest Mountain Regional Vice President. Please stay engaged and hold us accountable. Take care. In Solidarity,Alex Navarro III www.natca.org/[email protected]
Happy Independence Day from your NATCA Family! A special thanks to all our members who are working on the holiday to maintain the safest and most efficient airspace in the world. NATCA is proud of the […]
Sisters and Brothers, Since our last update, negotiations on the successor agreement to the Multi-Unit and Consolidated Collective Bargaining Agreements (the “Light Blue” and the “Purple” books) have progressed at a steady pace. The Parties continue […]
Megan Holst is the National OARS Article 114 Representative. Background: The Operational Analysis and Reporting System is the enterprise portal that consolidates safety data and functions in support of the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Safety Management […]
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Scott Roach (ZME) is the National ERAM Technical Article 114 Representative Background: ERAM is the baseline software used for the 20 CONUS En Route Air Traffic Control Centers. In addition, ERAM supports connections to multiple systems […]
Adonna Prior (LAS) is the National TEAM Article 114 Representative. Background: The NATCA TEAM Program SMEs have collaborated with management TEAM program SMEs, 2400, and Volanno (TEAM’s developer) throughout the national and post-rollout phases. This collaboration […]
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 all air traffic control and traffic management facilities to enter and receive […]
Thayer Davis (MSP) is the National TDLS Article 114 Representative. Background: Provide a collaborative approach for FAA and NATCA to identify and mitigate potential operational impacts to Air Traffic Control personnel using the Tower Data Link […]
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 […]
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 team […]
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 […]
Joel Hays, Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW), is the National Performance Based Navigation Article 114 Co-Lead for the Central Service Area Operations Support Group. PBN Co-Lead Background: Performance Based Navigation Co-Leads oversee designing, developing, and […]
Tony Albert (ZAU) is the National ERIDS Article 114 Representative. Background: ERIDS (EnRoute Information Display System) is a real time, interactive, electronic information display system that is used as a replacement for paper sources of information. […]
While important year-round, it is especially critical to be aware the Hatch Act and its implications during the election season. To brush up on the rules please visit: https://www.natca.org/committees/nlc/#hatchact
Attendees: Chair – Tom ThompsonMargaret SummersCraig SmithNoel Kingston Rosa Serai Greg Harris – Unable to attend Agenda: – RNAV membership count – Total: 3584 – Facebook group: 1262 – RNAV Budget – No changes – Adhoc […]
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From Mick Devine, NATCA New England Regional Vice President As a valued member of NATCA, you have the power to shape the future of our workplace and improve the lives of your co-workers. The upcoming national […]
This summer holiday, celebrate with pride by choosing union-made products! With the Fourth of July around the corner, support American workers and their families. From burgers and hot dogs, to snacks and beverages, there are plenty […]
When disaster hits – whether it is a hurricane, tornado, flood, wildfire, or man-made incident – our Union’s Disaster Response Committee (DRC) stands ready to assist fellow NATCA members. The DRC is selling t-shirts to raise […]
#NATCA stands with the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA) for a fair contract with American Airlines. It is unacceptable that these hard working, aviation safety professionals have not received a raise for the past five […]
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(WASHINGTON) – The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) thanks subcommittee Chairman Steve Womack (R-Ar.) and Ranking Member Mike Quigley (D-Il.), as well as full committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-Ok.) and Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro (D-Ct.), […]
Brothers and Sisters, As we enter the height of another busy summer travel season, the TSA reported this week that it expects to screen more than 32 million passengers from Thursday, June 27 through Monday, July […]
Philadelphia ATCT (PHL) member Brandy Willis represented NATCA at the Mary Gay Scanlon Labor Community Happy Hour last month. During the event, Willis had a conversation with U.S. Representative Mary Gay Scanlon (Penn.-5). “As soon as […]
NATCA Indianapolis Center (ZID) members lit up the streets with joy and pride as they represented our Union during the Indy Pride Parade on June 8. Amidst the cheers and rainbow-colored flags, they showcased the spirit […]
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Summer is upon us, which means temperatures are rising across the country. What does that mean for our facilities? Join your NATCA OSHA Reps for a webinar Thursday, June 27 at 5 p.m. ET to find […]
Boston Center (ZBW) member Shannon Lyman represented NATCA at a Red Sox game she attended with U.S. Reps. Katherine Clark (Mass.-5) and Annie Kuster (N.H.-2) last month. Both members of Congress emphasized the importance of passing […]
#NATCA‘s Disaster Response Committee (DRC) is hosting a fundraiser for a limited time. DRC Member Brett Steinle (Retired Pittsburgh ATCT and Approach – PIT) said, “with the high number of tornadoes so far, and to a […]
Potomac TRACON (PCT) Legislative Rep. Brian Schmelzel and Taylor Warren (PCT) represented our Union at a reception with U.S. Representative Rob Wittman (Va.-1) on May 7. The event was also attended by other prominent members of […]
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) is requesting one (1) volunteer to serve as a Disaster Response Committee Member. The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) Disaster Response Committee is dedicated to coordinating and implementing disaster […]
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) is requesting Two (2) volunteers to serve as a Union Synergy (US) Committee Mentees and Two (2) volunteers to serve as a Union Synergy (US) Committee Members. The NATCA […]
Registration for NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention is now open. Register today and plan to be at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco from May 9-11, 2025, with the opening ceremony taking place on the evening of […]
On April 30, NATCA Historical Committee (NHC) members provided tours of our Union’s National Office to more than 20 members attending NATCA in Washington 2024. NHC members gave a short history of NATCA as a union, […]
NATCA hosted a Meet and Greet for FAA Academy trainees on May 29 in Oklahoma City. Thirty-eight trainees attended the event where they received an overview of our Union’s history, structure, and benefits of membership. Dallas-Fort […]
U.S. Representative Madeleine Dean (Penn.-4) hosted an event on March 28, where she spoke with NATCA Reading TRACAB (RDG) Legislative Representative Rob Belote. Belote was warmly welcomed by Rep. Dean, who has been a steadfast supporter […]
Staff members from U.S. Representative Lisa Blunt-Rochester’s (Del.-At Large) office toured the Wilmington (Del.) ATCT (ILG), facilitated by ILG FacRep Will Turner. Legislative Aide Sophie Rapley and Special Assistant Iris Turner expressed enthusiasm in learning about […]
Today is Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day. It commemorates the day that enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, the final holdout of the Confederacy, were liberated by the U.S. Army, on June 19, […]
Rob Belote (Reading TRACAB, RDG) went to a campaign kick-off event for US Rep. Madeleine Dean (PA-04) on behalf of NATCA and RDG, which is in her District. Dean has been a long-time supporter of NATCA. […]
As we celebrate NATCA’s 37th anniversary on June 19, we reflect on nearly four decades of incredible accomplishments by our Union. Our NATCA brothers and sisters have met challenges along the way with collective strength, energy, […]
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