MEMBER REQUEST FOR OUTREACH EVENTS
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The NATCA scholarship fund is established for the spouses, children, stepchildren, and legally adopted children of active, retired, and deceased NATCA members with continuous membership in good standing of at least two years. These scholarships are […]
This Black History Month, our Union wants to recognize and celebrate the achievements by Black Americans in the aviation industry and the labor movement. The field of aviation was not exempt from the racism and discrimination […]
Dear NATCA Family, Last night, Secretary Duffy announced that he would exercise his authority and would offer to “pay [air traffic controllers] more and give them a bonus” as an incentive to stay beyond the mandatory […]
NATCA President Nick Daniels was interviewed by CNN reporter Chris Isidore for a an article titled “America desperately needs more air traffic controllers. So why is it so tough to hire them?” You can read the online article here. Southern […]
On Feb. 5, New England Regional Vice President Kevin Curtiss was interviewed by reporter Ryan Kath from WBTS-TV, the Boston NBC station (channel 10). You can watch the full news segment here.
NATCA leaders continue to be interviewed by a variety of media in Washington, D.C., and around the country in response to questions related to last week’s accident about the shortage of air traffic controllers and the […]
Please save these dates! All NATCA members are invited to join President Nick Daniels for National Townhall Meetings on Feb 18 and 20 at 5 p.m. ET. We will follow up soon with a registration link for […]
NATCA is requesting five (5) volunteers with ATCoach experience to serve as Terminal Automation Modernization and Replacement (TAMR) ATPrepare CADREs. Starting around June 2025, we are going to need ATPrepare CADREs to help deliver the ATPrepare […]
Brothers and Sisters in Region X, All of us in Region X extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to those who were impacted by the recent tragedies at both Washington National Airport, and in Philadelphia. To […]
Air traffic control understaffed in Bay Area, elsewhere
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NOTE: NATCA released the following statement as a press release yesterday evening. “As we have stated before, all air traffic controllers – regardless of race or gender – are well-trained and highly skilled dedicated professionals who keep […]
NATCA’s Procedures Representative, Jen McCoy (Tampa ATCT, TPA), works closely with the FAA to improve air traffic control policies, ensuring safer and more efficient air travel. Recent achievements include updating procedures to help controllers guide pilots […]
In light of recent events, many members have reached out asking how they can send a message of support to our DCA and PCT controllers. The NATCA Communications Committee is gathering video messages of support for […]
NATCA Update Feb 5 2025
Member Update Feb. 4 2025
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NATCA Brothers and Sisters, We are writing regarding the recent OPM memorandum to heads and acting heads of departments and agencies, Guidance on Collective Bargaining Obligations in Connection with Return to In-Person Work. It is NATCA’s […]
DRC – February 3, 2025 Monthly Meeting Minutes
Member Update Feb. 3 2025 – Professionalism and Media Inquiries
NATCA Family, Our professionalism is the foundation of our collective strength. As air traffic controllers and aviation safety professionals, we share a deep connection and mutual respect. NATCA reminds our membership and supporters that talking to […]
News Alert Jan. 31 2025 (CBS)
Jan 31 2025 News Alert President Daniels To Appear on NBC Nightly News
News Alert Feb 2 2025
News Alert Feb 1 2025
Member Update Feb. 2 2025 – Deferred Retirement-Hiring Freeze
Member Update Feb. 1 2025 – Presidential Memorandum
Reporter Martha Kelner from Sky News, the global broadcaster headquartered in the United Kingdom, interviewed NATCA President Nick Daniels at NATCA’s National Headquarters on Saturday. Sky hasn’t indicated when the interview might air. Reporter Raquel Krähenbühl […]
Yesterday evening, NATCA President Nick Daniels and former DOT Inspector General Mary Schiavo were interviewed by CNN Anchor Jessica Dean on CNN Newsroom Saturday. They discussed air traffic controller staffing shortages, the stringent hiring standards for […]
Brothers and Sisters, Yesterday, President Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum (PM) entitled “Limiting Lame-Duck Collective Bargaining Agreements that Improperly Attempt to Constrain the New President.” It is our position that the PM does not affect NATCA’s CBAs with […]
2024 Communications Committee Monthly Meetings
Below is a sample of other prominent news coverage featuring NATCA: The Washington Post | National Airport has long struggled to manage helicopter traffic, records show Nick Daniels, president of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association, said chronic […]
Yesterday evening, NBC Nightly News broadcast an interview of NATCA President Nick Daniels by Lester Holt that took place earlier on Friday at National Airport. The interview covered controller staffing shortages and the stringent hiring standards […]
From Kevin Curtiss, NATCA New England Regional RVP NATCA New England, Whether you were hired last year or have dedicated a significant part of your life to maintaining the highest standard of safety in our profession, […]
NOTE: Earlier today, President Daniels shared the following message on social media, educating the public on the highly-selective process for becoming a certified professional controller: “Air traffic controllers earn the prestigious and elite status of being […]
News Alert Jan. 31 2025
News Alert Jan. 30 2025
Member Update Jan. 30 2025
Earlier today, NATCA President Nick Daniels joined CBS Mornings co-anchor Tony Dokoupil to discuss controller staffing shortages and the stringent hiring standards for the job. When asked whether the bar has been lowered for controllers, Daniels […]
NATCA is requesting five (5) volunteers from any of the facilities equipped with a TDLS system that is currently running version 12.11.2 (D-ATIS Mouse Functionality) or higher to participate in the Tower Data Link Services (TDLS) […]
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) joins all Americans in grieving for those who lost their lives in last night’s tragedy at Washington National Airport (DCA), and in praying for the families of those who […]
The NATCA Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) program offers 24/7 support to controllers following acute stressful incidents. There are some aspects of the CISM program that allow for it to be most effective including its peer-to-peer […]
NATCA Family, NATCA mourns the tragic loss of life as a result of the accident that occurred at Washington National (DCA) airport last night between a regional jet and a helicopter. Our thoughts are with the […]
Since he took office, President Trump has issued a host of Executive Orders (EO) and other executive actions that affect federal employees. The Administration also has issued additional memoranda through the Office of Management and Budget […]
Member Update Jan. 29 2025
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Yesterday evening, we became aware that the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) sent an email directly to federal employees across all agencies offering a deferred resignation program. The email goes on to state that it is […]
News Alert Jan. 28 2025
NATCA Update Jan 29 2025
NATCA Update Jan 27 2025
NATCA Update Jan 24 2025
OPM Guidance Memo re Deferred Resignation Program 1-28-2025
WASHINGTON – The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) congratulates Sean Duffy on his confirmation today by the U.S. Senate to become the Secretary of the Department of Transportation. “NATCA looks forward to working with the […]
We are evaluating the various Executive Orders (EO) and Presidential Memoranda (PM) issued by President Trump. At this time, we do not have a definitive answer if the hiring freeze PM affects air traffic control hiring, […]
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 Services […]
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 […]
Joey Tinsley (ZTL) is the National OSG Modernization Article 114 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 […]
Joel Hays, Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW), is the Article 114 Instrument Flight Procedures Representative for the Central Service Area. Instrument Flight Procedures Background: Instrument Flight Procedures Representatives are responsible for assisting facilities in developing all […]
Zebulon Snyder is the National DIP Article 114 Representative. Background: The overall goal of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) DIP, as part of the Air Traffic Management (ATM-X) project, is to accelerate the transformation […]
Jeff Plendl, Los Angeles Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZLA), is the National IFP Article 114 Representative. Background: The NATCA AJT IFP Representative serves as the NATCA counterpart to the Service Area Director of Air Traffic Operations. […]
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 an […]
Adam Searcy, Washington Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZDC), is the National Air Traffic Services (AJT) IFP Article 114 Representative for the Eastern Service Area (ESA). Background: The NATCA IFP Representative serves as the NATCA counterpart […]
Midwest NATCA Paid Sick Leave MOA FE 04132021
RNAV Committee Zoom Mtg Monday January 27th@3pm Eastern Agenda: Attendees:Chair – Tom ThompsonCraig SmithNoel KingstonRosa SeraiMichelle TrudeauMargaret Summers – unable to attend – Welcome new committee member – Michelle Trudeau retired Indianapolis ARTCC (ZID). – Introductions and welcome. – […]
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NCEPT Jan 22 2025 ERR Demand Sheet
In November, Pete LeFevre, NATCA’s Eastern Alternate Regional Vice President and a member at Dulles ATCT (IAD), and Arianna Bocci from Washington Center (ZDC), proudly represented NATCA at the Aviation Education and Career Expo in Hagerstown, […]
NATCA’s Procedures Representative, Jen McCoy (Tampa ATCT, TPA), works closely with the FAA to improve air traffic control policies, ensuring safer and more efficient air travel. Recent achievements include updating procedures to help controllers guide pilots […]
CRG Charter MAR 05 2024
CRG Charter MAR 05 2024
Committee Charter Air Safety Investigations (ASI) PDF Airspace and Procedures (NAPC) PDF Benefits (NBC) PDF Communications (Comms) PDF Constitution (NCC) PDF Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) PDF Disaster Response (DRC) PDF Drug and Alcohol (DAC) PDF […]
The Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) team recently completed its annual training in San Antonio, Texas, including onboarding two new members. This essential training ensures the team remains proficient in acute stress mitigation techniques, ready to […]
This holiday season, NATCA members at Portland Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) had a significant effect on children across central and southern Maine through their annual Toys for Tots Toy Drop. The event was a tremendous […]
NCEPT Priority Placement Tool (PPT) – 2025-01-22
NATCA Update Jan 22 2025
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Anthony Snow is the National TFMS Article 114 Representative. Background: TFMS is a data exchange system that supports the management and monitoring of national air traffic flow. TFMS processes all available data sources, such as flight […]
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 […]
Adam Rhodes is the National NexGen Article 114 Representative. Recent Developments Remote Towers: Remote towers are systems designed to manage air traffic control operations from a centralized or off-site location using advanced technology such as high-definition […]
Luke Miller (I90) is the National Wake Turbulence Article 114 Representative. Background:The Wake Turbulence Representative participates in regular meetings of the Wake Workgroup and Wake Incident Team, providing wake turbulence expertise for various programs and initiatives. […]
Lee Moore (I90) is the current NATCA Article 114 Terminal CHI Representative. Background: The workgroup will address Terminal CHI requirements originating from Terminal Next Generation Air Transportation System (NEXTGEN) programs and improve Terminal CHI products in […]
Adonna Prior (LAS) is the National TEAM Article 114 Representative. Background: The NATCA TEAM Program SMEs worked with management TEAM program SMEs, 2400, and Volanno (TEAM’s developer) during the national and post-rollout phases. Their collaboration focused […]
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the National 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 […]
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 […]
NATCA Update Jan 20 2025
Contracts & MOUs Bargaining Units CoveredAircraft Certification (AIR), Airports (ARP), Automation Specialists (AOS), Aviation System Specialists (ATSS), Drug Abatement (DAI), Engineers and Architects (E&A), Office of Finance and Management (AFN), Flight Procedures, and Staff Specialists (SSS). […]
After more than a decade of determined advocacy, Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) NATCA members celebrated a landmark victory on Dec. 9, 2024, as the Charlotte City Council voted 8-2 to approve the findings of the […]
The NATCA Onboarding Committee welcomes and thanks all new NATCA leaders who have recently taken office for their terms as FacReps at their local facilities: Alaskan Region:Dustin Jones (Flight Service Station 3, FS3)Bradley Lutz (Fairbanks ATCT, […]
(WASHINGTON) – NATCA President Nick Daniels issued the following statement on the Presidential Inauguration: “We congratulate President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance on their swearing into office today. “America’s National Airspace System (NAS) is […]
NATCA Update Jan 17 2025
NATCA Update Jan 15 2025
Member Update OJTI Simulation Training Tracking Update011325
Member Update NTI Jan. 14 2025
Member Update Jan. 16 2025 Safe Leave MOU
Member Update Jan. 14 2025 Peer Support Group
Member Update Jan. 14 2025 Consolidated Successor Agreement signing
Appendix D – Letter to Retain MOUs
2024-12-18 LOA to Retain MOU – signed
48 – OJTI Premium Pay MOU, dated December 6, 2024
47 – Camera Use MOU, dated December 5, 2024
46 – Paid Parental Leave Implementation MOU, dated November 16, 2024
45 – Water Testing at Regional Offices MOU, dated August 30, 2024
44 – Compensatory Time MOU, dated August 27, 2024
43 – HRPM PB 124, Time Used for Obtaining COVID-19 Vaccination, dated August 23, 2024
42 – Aircraft Certification Work Tracking System MOU, dated July 24, 2024
41 – Bidding on Drug Abatement Inspection Schedules MOU, dated July 24, 2024
40 – Future Negotiations Appendices B and C MOU, dated July 23, 2024
39 – Revised Federal Investigative Standards MOU, dated June 25, 2024
38 – Smoking and Use of Tobacco MOU, dated June 25, 2024
37 – Credentialing MOU, dated June 4, 2024
36 – Aircraft Certification Solicitation of Interest Dashboard MOU, dated May 16, 2024
35 – CRU-XArt MOU, dated May 16, 2024
34 -FAA Order 1600.69C, FAA Facility Security Program MOU, dated May 16, 2024
33 – Change in Position Sensitivity Levels for AAM-1801 Positions, dated August 29, 2023
32 – LWS 8.23, Parental Bereavement Leave MOU, dated September 27, 2022
31 – EO 14019, Promote Access to Voting MOU, dated June 22, 2022
30 – Employee Express Two-Factor Authentication MOU, dated October 25, 2021
29 – EMS-11.2, Guidance on Pay Issues Related to Disaster-Emergency MOU, dated May 10, 2021
28 – ECOMP Implementation MOU, dated March 22, 2021
27a – AVS VSRP-Personnel-MOU Addendum, dated December 30, 2020
27 – AVS Aviation Safety Voluntary Safety Reporting System (AVS VSRP), dated December 30, 2020
26 – LWS-8.12d MOU, Voluntary Leave Bank, dated November 5, 2020
25 – WLB-12.1 MOU, Child Care Subsidy Program Income Level, dated September 24, 2020
24 – Background Investigation Fingerprinting MOU, dated September 2, 2020
23 – ATS Field Realignment Evolution MOU, dated February 11, 2020
22 – 2181 Aircraft Operators, dated October 29, 2019
21 – WLB-12.8, Nursing Mothers Program MOU, dated October 1, 2019
20 – Tech Ops QC Program MOU, dated August 9, 2018
19 – 6th Floor AIT HQ MOU, dated July 30, 2018
18 – Drug Abatement Inspectors Career Progression Promotion Criteria, dated July 18, 2028
17 – ER-4.1a, Use of Social Media MOU, dated October 24, 2017
16 – Personal Use Weapons in Alaska MOU, dated July 11, 2017
15 – MedXPress MOU, dated June 3, 2016
14 – Currency Dashboard MOU, dated February 29, 2016
13 – EMS-11.4, Guidance on Emergency Situations MOU, dated October 19, 2015
12 – Hearing Conservation Program for Non-2152s MOU, dated August 24, 2015
11 – Hazmat Transportation MOU, dated August 3, 2015
10 – Air Traffic Safety Guidance MOU, dated April 20, 2015
9 – ATSAP-X MOU, dated December 9, 2014
8 – ARP Voluntary Safety Reporting System (AVRS) Program, dated January 22, 2014
7 – Reimbursable Positions E&A, dated January 18, 2013
6 – MOU PAR Process, dated May 21, 2013
5 – Agency’s Policy Regarding Furlough MOU, dated February 13, 2013
4 – Installation of Security Cameras, dated February 8, 2011
3 – E&A Safety Stand Down MOU, dated June 9, 2010
2 – ATSAP MOU, dated March 27, 2008
1 – EEO Mediation MOU, dated July 24, 2000
NATCA is excited to announce that we have reached agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding the use of “safe leave” (“the Safe Leave MOU”). In accordance with the Safe Leave MOU, NATCA bargaining unit […]
The National Air Traffic Association (NATCA) is requesting one (1) volunteer to serve as a full-time (80 hours per pay period) NATCA Air Traffic Safety Action Program (ATSAP) Analysis Team (AAT) Analyst. This position is covered by […]
NATCA is requesting nine (9 – 3 Tower, 3 TRACON, and 3 En Route) volunteers to participate in the E-IDS Air Traffic (AT) Training First Course Conduct (FCC) Event. The Tower and TRACON volunteers can be […]
Today we commemorate the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a visionary leader and tireless advocate for social justice, equality, and the power of collective action. His role as a central figure in the […]
241211 NSTLC December Meeting Minutes (Website Version)
241119-20 NSTLC November Meeting Minutes (Website Version)
Safety & Technology Program Update: Procedures jweaver4410·January 24, 2025·0 comments NATCA Update, Newsroom, Safety & Technology, Safety & Technology NATCA’s Procedures Representative, Jen McCoy (Tampa ATCT, TPA), works closely with the FAA to improve air traffic […]
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) is requesting one (1) volunteer to serve as the part-time, sixty-four (64) hours per pay period, Telecommunication Representative. The Telecommunication Representative will be responsible for but not limited to the […]
February 12, 2025 NCEPT Rules
SafeLeaveMOU
CBA Integrated w-Appendices – FINAL DRAFT
Concur Instructions
Training Update From Karen MacCrate, NATCA New England Training Rep, ZBW Happy New Year, NATCA NEW England! I hope everyone’s holidays were wonderful. There is an updated MOU for the National Training Initiative (NTI) that was briefed last […]
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