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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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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 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 […]
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 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 […]
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, […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 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 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 […]
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 — […]
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, […]
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 […]
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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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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“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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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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 […]
Stop the Government Shutdown Support Aviation Safety: Stop the Government Shutdown (Updated October 1, 2025) Air traffic control is one of the most complex and stressful professions in the world, requiring multiple layers of systems and […]
Brothers and Sisters, We are once again facing the risk of another shutdown of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) due to a government-wide lapse in appropriations, which funds the federal government. Current appropriations will expire and […]
It was a clear morning in Upstate New York on February 10, 2025. N928PG, a Pilatus PC12, departed White Plains, N.Y. headed northwest for Flying Cloud, Minn. The aircraft had reached its cruising altitude of 30,000 […]
On the final day of NATCA’s Communicating for Safety (CFS) conference a panel on “Global Safety, Shared Skies: ATC Labor Perspectives on International Challenges”. The panel, moderated by John Murdock, consisted of Nicola Ni Riada (Irish […]
Reaching new heights requires constant learning. At Communicating For Safety 2025, NATCA National Training Representative Jamaal Haltom (Las Vegas ATCT, LAS) honored Ben Latimer of Charlotte ATCT/TRACON (CLT) with the Excellence in Training Award. Since its […]
Controller-trainers do more than evaluate. They shape the future of aviation. At Communicating For Safety 2025, “From Experience to Impact: Elevating the Role of the Controller-Trainer” showcased how mentorship, innovation, and real-world expertise inspire and grow […]
Professionalism is more than a standard — it is a value lived every day by NATCA members. At Communicating For Safety 2025, Professional Standards Co-Chairs Lydia Baune and Patrick Carter honored four members with the NATCA […]
At Communicating For Safety 2025, local television stations highlighted the vital work of air traffic controllers and the important topics discussed at this year’s conference in Las Vegas. NATCA Safety Chair John Murdock (Philadelphia ATCT, PHL), […]
Change is constant, but how we respond defines the future. At Communicating For Safety 2025, resilience strategist and bestselling author Shawn Ellis delivered his keynote “Radical Adaptability: 5 C’s to Let Go, Level Up, and Lead […]
At Communicating For Safety 2025, keynote speaker Sylvia Baffour, author of Dare to Care, Resilient and Thriving, delivered an inspiring message about the role of emotional intelligence in aviation. Baffour emphasized how recognizing and navigating emotions […]
NATCA’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee presented the Helping Hearts Award to Minneapolis ATCT (MSP) controller Lisa Mattson-Helverson and Minneapolis TRACON (M98) controller Ross Gammell. Presented by Homer Benevides (Engineer/Great Lakes Region, EGL), the […]
Dallas/Fort Worth TRACON (D10) controllers Derrick Green and Kimberley Shattuck were honored with the Allied Pilots Association (APA) Resolute Safety Award at Communicating For Safety 2025. APA National Safety leaders Captain Jason Sharp and Captain Andy […]
At Communicating For Safety 2025, the panel “Building the Future: Industry Perspectives on Implementing the Next ATC System” brought together some of aviation’s most influential voices. NATCA President Nick Daniels joined Acting FAA Chief Operating Officer […]
At Communicating For Safety 2025, a moderated discussion on “People First: Leading and Supporting the NAS” featured NATCA President Nick Daniels and Acting FAA Chief Operating Officer Franklin McIntosh in a candid conversation on leadership through […]
NATCA Executive Vice President Mick Devine opened Communicating For Safety 2025 on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. Mick previewed the day focusing on key topics discussed during Day two Communicating For Safety 2025, including resilience, leadership, and […]
On the second day of NATCA’s Communicating for Safety (CFS) conference, an important panel was held titled, “Building the Future: Industry Perspectives on Implementing the Next ATC System”. The session was moderated by NATCA Executive Vice […]
The #NATCA National Professionalism Award recognizes controllers who exemplify safety, excellence, and leadership in their work. This year, Lela Rosenberg of Binghamton ATCT (BGM) was selected as the Eastern Service Area recipient for her outstanding commitment […]
During the first session at Communicating For Safety 2025, NATCA President Nick Daniels and FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford came together for an engaging fireside chat on the future of the National Airspace System. Their discussion highlighted […]
At Communicating For Safety 2025, NATCA was honored to welcome National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy to the conference main stage. A steadfast ally of aviation safety professionals, Chair Homendy shared her perspective on the […]
At Communicating For Safety 2025, NATCA Safety Chair John Murdock presented the Steve Hansen Safety Advocate Award to Dawn Johnson (Atlanta Center, ZTL). Named for former National Safety Committee Chair Steve Hansen, this award honors those […]
At Communicating For Safety 2025, NATCA President Nick Daniels welcomed attendees with a message that underscored the conference’s role as the world’s premier aviation safety event. He emphasized CFS as a place where frontline controllers, engineers, […]
NATCA Safety Chair John Murdock opened the conference program by reaffirming NATCA’s unwavering commitment to safety, efficiency, and modernization across the National Airspace System.
At Communicating For Safety 2025, the session “Beyond the Briefing: A 360° View of Today’s Aviation Risk Landscape” brought together leaders from across the industry for a candid discussion about risk. NATCA Safety Chair John Murdock […]
NATCA President Nick Daniels honored U.S. Rep. Sam Graves, Chair of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, and U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen, Ranking Member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, with our Union’s James L. Oberstar Sentinel […]
From Kevin Curtiss, NATCA New England RVP Good Morning, NATCA New England, Communicating for Safety, hosted by NATCA, is this week. Many new faces from New England have taken advantage of the excused absence. The Agency […]
We are writing to inform you about an update on the expansion of military leave available to NATCA bargaining unit employees (BUEs). As background, on December 23, 2024, Congress enacted the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement […]
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The NATCA Benefits Committee is proud to announce that our Union is partnering with National University (NU) to offer a tuition reduction of up to 25%* to our members, employees, and retirees for associate, undergraduate, and […]
Happy 25th NATCAversary to our Aircraft Certification Specialists! On Sept. 12, 2000, the Federal Labor Relations Association (FLRA) certified NATCA as the exclusive bargaining unit representative of FAA aircraft certification specialists. This group is composed of aerospace […]
Today marks the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. NATCA remembers those who lost their lives that day and commends the aviation safety professionals that were on duty that day for their bravery and hard work. […]
At NATCA’s Communicating for Safety (CFS) conference, NATCA President Nick Daniels and FAA Acting Chief Operating Officer, Franklin McIntosh will take part in an important conversation on leadership and operational change. People First: Leading and Supporting […]
Next week, NATCA’s Communicating For Safety (CFS) conference will feature a fireside chat with NATCA President Nick Daniels and FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford. Together they will discuss the future of the National Airspace System with a […]
Next week, more than 1,200 aviation professionals will gather in Las Vegas for Communicating For Safety (CFS), the premier aviation safety conference in the United States. From September 15-17 at The Horseshoe, this year’s event will […]
Business casual is appropriate for the conference. The dress code for the Archie League Awards Banquet is semi-formal, so a suit or dress is appropriate. As a reminder, CFS is focused on aviation safety, so please […]
Make the most of Communicating for Safety 2025, Sept. 15-17, with our event app, Whova. Download the app to see the schedule, maps, sponsors, and more by clicking here: https://whova.com/portal/jzU6fPHGEF-NJytdzOZ6emFidPGQjZwVqt895QzvjYA=/ Once it’s installed, search “NATCA CFS” and […]
Join the conversation live at #NATCACFS 2025. Ask questions, share ideas, and connect with aviation safety leaders in real time. Submit your questions for our speakers on Slido.com using event code #NATCACFS and be part of […]
NATCA is proud to bring Communicating For Safety (CFS) 2025 to an even wider audience through our live stream. From Sept. 15-17, more than 1,200 aviation professionals will gather in Las Vegas for the nation’s premier […]
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FOR NATCA MEMBERS: Government Shutdown Information & Resources
FOR THE PUBLIC: Support Aviation Safety, Stop the Government Shutdown
NATCA does not endorse, support, or condone any federal employees participating in or endorsing a coordinated activity that negatively affects the capacity of the NAS, or any other activities that undermine the professional image and reputation of the people we represent. Air traffic controllers and other aviation safety professionals take their responsibility to protect the safety of the flying public very seriously. Participating in a job action could result in removal from federal service. It is not only illegal, but it also undermines NATCA’s credibility and severely weakens our ability to effectively advocate for you and your families.
NATCA MEMBERS:
At this critical juncture, it is more important than ever that we rise to the occasion and continue delivering the consistent, high-level of public service we provide every day. We must also recognize that in the current political climate, federal employees are under heightened scrutiny. We cannot stress enough that it is essential to avoid any actions that could reflect poorly on you, our Union, or our professions. Time after time, NATCA members have proven that we are dedicated and resilient. We urge you to stand in solidarity with your brothers and sisters by continuing to exhibit the same unwavering professionalism that the aviation community and the American people deserve. We are deeply grateful for and proud of your steadfast commitment to the safety of the flying public and the integrity of National Airspace System (NAS).
FOR MEMBERS ONLY:
– Read the full Member Update message from which this statement was taken.
– Government Shutdown Information & Resources