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NATCA Wishes You a Happy Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day from your NATCA family! Thank you to all the dads, caretakers, and father figures in our Union that sacrifice time away from their own loved ones to keep the National Airspace safe. Because […]
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NATCA President Nick Daniels Shares the Controller Perspective During DOT Industry Days
On June 10, NATCA President Nick Daniels joined aviation industry stakeholders at the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Industry Days event. Daniels participated in a discussion panel moderated by Rebecca Guy, the Chief Technology Officer (acting) in […]
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R25-18 ADD NEW: SRF-XX Restriction on Use of NATCA Funds for Employer Meals
At no time will NATCA funds be spent on supplying meals for any employer officials. This includesMembership Dues, PAC contributions and any other revenue stream. Rationale: The Body is aware of NATCA National representatives paying for […]
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NATCA Update June 12 2025
NATCA Update June 12 2025
NATCA Update June 9 2025
NATCA Update June 9 2025
NATCA Update June 6 2025
NATCA Update June 6 2025
Member Update June 10 2025 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast
Member Update June 10 2025 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast
Member Update June 8 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update June 8 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update June 3 2025 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast (1)
Member Update June 3 2025 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast (1)
Member Update June 3 2025 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast
Member Update June 3 2025 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast
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Legislative Update: H.R. 2591 The Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025 Makes Progress
On Wednesday, the House Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) Committee held a markup of The Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025 (H.R. 2591). This bill would ensure that the careers of aviation safety professionals are not […]
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Program Updates from A114 Representatives Are Available on the NATCA Website
NATCA’s Article 114 representatives collaborate with the FAA to introduce and implement new technologies, systems, and procedures in the National Airspace System. The involvement of these NATCA members ensures that aviation safety professionals have a seat […]
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Register for the ATSAP Webinar on July 15
Join ATSAP’s quarterly webinar on July 15 at 12 p.m. EDT. This collaborative webinar will provide an overview of the ATSAP process, why it is important to file reports, and how reports are being used to […]
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Welcome to Our Union’s Newest Members
NATCA would like to welcome 37 members whose applications were processed last week. In all, 35 new memberships were processed, and two members returned to our Union. Welcome to the NATCA family! Central RegionThomas Tryon (Cedar […]
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R25-17 ADD NEW: SRF-XX Per Diem Deviations
All requests to deviate for per diem amounts stated in the NATCA Financial Policy shall be made to theExecutive Vice President (EVP). The EVP may only approve a deviation from the per diem amounts listed in […]
R25-16 ADD NEW: SRF-XX Defined Budget Lines and Responsibilities
All nationally elected NATCA offices shall have a defined yearly budget line.Once 80% of an allocated budget line is spent, the Executive Vice President shall be consulted to discuss the plan for remaining 20% to avoid […]
R25-15 ADD NEW: SRF-XX Alcoholic Beverages
NATCA shall provide no more than two alcoholic drinks per day to any member or guest at an event hosted by the union. Rationale: Inflation has raised costs for all of our events. This is a […]
R25-14 ADD NEW: SRF-XX Alcohol at Union Events
NATCA shall not provide more than two alcoholic drinks per day to any Member/Guest at National/Regional events hosted by the Union. Rationale: Alcohol is a very expensive product at restaurants/bars. When added with unlimited open bar […]
R25-13 ADD NEW: SRF-XX Post-Retirement Consulting/Advisory Compensation
No former member of the union, upon retirement, shall be eligible to receive compensation for consulting or advisory services provided to the union beyond a period of two (2) years following their official retirement date. “Consulting […]
R25-12 ADD NEW: SRF-XX Regional Vice President (RVP) Travel
NATCA funded RVP travel shall be limited to the RVPs region of record with the following exceptions: A. National ConventionB. NATCA in Washington (NIW)C. Communicating for Safety (CFS)D. Activism and Training Expo (ATX)E. National Executive Board […]
R25-11 AMEND: SRF-28 Expense Reimbursement Policy
NATCA shall maintain a policy regarding allowable and non-allowable expense reimbursements that shallapply to all activities funded through NATCA’s national budget (which includes the National Office, Regions, and Committees). This policy shall also contain guidelines NATCA […]
R25-10 AMEND: SRF-28 Expense Reimbursement Policy
NATCA shall maintain a policy regarding allowable and non-allowable expense reimbursements that shall apply to all activities funded through NATCA’s national budget (which includes the National Office, Regions, and Committees). This policy shall also contain guidelines […]
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R25-09 DELETE: SRF-7 Regional Office Leases
Regional Vice Presidents may sign leases for office space whose terms extend past the expiration of their term of office only with prior approval of the National Executive Board. Rationale: With the increase in virtual meetings […]
R25-08 DELETE: SRF-6 Establishment of Regional Offices
Regional Vice Presidents are authorized to establish and maintain regional offices and to pay the reasonable expenses of setting up and operating such offices. Rationale: With the increase in virtual meetings and mobile technology, regional offices […]
R25-07 AMEND: SRE-7 Terms and Conditions of Use For NATCA Databases, Web, and Social Media Sites
NATCA shall maintain a policy establishing terms and conditions of use for NATCA’s databases, web, andsocial media sites and shall list these terms and conditions on the NATCA web site. This policy shall bemaintained under rules […]
R25-06 AMEND: SRD-7 Dues Rebate
Effective January 1, 2017, December 14, 2025, the National Office will rebate to the Locals, quarterly, 11ten (10) percent of the dues or $750, whichever is greater. For Locals collectively paying less than $3,000 in dues […]
R25-05 AMEND: SRD-1 Annual Membership Dues
Effective January 11, 2015, the annual dues of the membership in the Association is set at 1.4% of theindividual members’ locality adjusted salary. The membership dues of the Union shall be established at0.4% of the base […]
R25-04 AMEND: SRD-1 Annual Membership Dues
Effective January 11, 2015 January 01, 2026, the annual dues of the membership in the Association is setat 1.4% 1% of the members’ locality adjusted basic salary. Rationale: We used to pay 1% and it’s time […]
R25-03 DELETE: SRC-3 Convention Attendance
The spouse/significant other of the current National President and Executive Vice President shall be invited to the National Convention. NATCA is responsible for financial arrangements with respect to transportation, hotel, and meals. Rationale: The NATCA convention […]
R25-01 AMEND: SRC-1 Constitutional Amendment Package
The Cconstitutional Aamendment package shall may include a supporting argument of 200 400 words or fewer from the authors(s), if so submitted.The number of authors for any constitutional amendment shall be limited to no more than […]
REBROADCAST: NATIONAL SUNDAY UPDATE WEBINAR WITH THE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE BOARD TODAY AT 11 A.M. EDT/8 A.M. PDT
NATCA Members: The National Executive Board will host a rebroadcast of the Sunday weekly webinar today at 11 a.m. EDT/8 a.m. PDT. The weekly update focuses on key updates. The rebroadcast is meant to provide another opportunity for NATCA members to stay […]
NATCA SUPPORTS THE SAFE OPERATION OF SHARED AIRSPACE ACT OF 2025
WASHINGTON – The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) strongly supports the Safe Operation of Shared Airspace Act of 2025, which was introduced last week by Ranking Member of the Senate Commerce Committee, Maria Cantwell (Wash.) and […]
R25-02 DELETE: SRC-2 Past Presidents Attending Conventions
NATCA shall formally invite all past National Presidents and Executive Vice Presidents who remain members in good standing and their spouse/significant other to its National Conventions, and be responsible for all the financial arrangements associated with […]
UA25-52 AMEND Article III: Membership
Section 8. The Association may accept associate members and other categories of members under rules and regulations established by the National Executive Board. No individual shall be eligible for membership as an associate or retired member […]
UA25-51 AMEND Article XIV: Interpretations and Amendments to the Constitution
Section 1. All proposed amendments to the National Constitution shall be submitted to the National Constitution Committee through the Executive Vice President one hundred twenty (120) days prior to the Convention*. All proposed amendments shall be […]
A25-49 ADD NEW: ARTICLE XVI: Collective Bargaining Agreements
Section 1. No collective bargaining agreement shall be ratified or extended by the National Executive Board without the approval of a majority vote of the membership.The process for such a vote shall be as follows: a. […]
UA25-50 AMEND Article V: National Standing Committees
Section 1. There shall be maintained at all times a Constitution Committee, Finance Committee, Organizing Committee, Safety Committee, Air Traffic Training Committee, and a Legislative Committee. The Constitution, Finance, and Legislative Committees shall be composed of […]
A25-48 ARTICLE XV: Seniority
ADD NEW: Section 5. NATCA members that served Honorably in the Armed Forces shall have their Active Duty service counted towards seniority. Rationale: 1. It IS government service. While other 18-22 year olds joined off the […]
A25-47 ARTICLE XV: Seniority
ADD NEW: Section 5. Effective June 1st 2025, NATCA seniority will transfer from any FCT that votes tobecome NATCA but only if the person was at the FCT when its NATCA representation began. Rationale: Many times, […]
A25-46 ARTICLE XV: Seniority
ADD NEW: Section 5. Beginning August 1st 2025. Any bargaining unit member who fails to submit a dues payment or equivalent of a membership dues payment within one month of the due date, that is not […]
A25-45 ARTICLE XV: Seniority
ADD NEW: Section 5. Beginning October 1, 2025, any bargaining unit employee who is actively engaged in the separation and control of air traffic working under an exemption as prescribed by the Secretary in 5 USC […]
A25-44 ARTICLE XV: Seniority, § 3
DELETE: Section 3. Any bargaining unit member who accepted a supervisor/management position afterSeptember 12, 2008 and returns to the bargaining unit will have their cumulative seniority date set to theday they return. Rationale: Those individuals who […]
A25-43 ARTICLE XV: Seniority, § 3
AMEND: Section 3. Any bargaining unit member who applies for accepted a supervisor/managementposition after September 12, 2008 and returns to the bargaining unit will have their cumulative senioritydate set to the day they return. Rationale: This […]
Join The Reloaded Committee for NATCA 101 on June 15 at 12 p.m. EDT
The Reloaded Committee will be hosting the next NATCA 101 class on June 15 at 12 p.m. EDT. Whether you’re a new member or have been a part of our Union for years, NATCA 101 is […]
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A25-42 ARTICLE XV: Seniority, § 1
AMEND: Section 1. The following shall be used to determine seniority for the National Air Traffic Controllers Association: a. Cumulative NATCA Bargaining Unit Time + Time Area/Facility Certified at Current Facility;b. First Tie Breaker: NATCA Bargaining […]
A25-41 ARTICLE XV: Seniority, § 1
AMEND: Section 1. The following shall be used to determine seniority for the National Air Traffic Controllers Association: a. Cumulative NATCA Bargaining Unit Time;b. First Tie Breaker: NATCA Bargaining Unit Time;c. Second Tie Breaker: EOD/FAA;d. Third […]
A25-40 ARTICLE XIV: Interpretations and Amendments to the Constitution, § 3
AMEND: Section 3. Adoption of proposed amendments to the Constitution shall require at least two thirds (2/3) of the votes cast by the voting delegates in attendance at the Convention. Voting shall be conducted electronically. If […]
A25-39 ARTICLE XIII: Internal Grievances, § 4
AMEND: Section 4. The National Executive Board shall consider the grievance and any reply as soon as possible, but no later than fourteen (14) days after: receipt of the accused member’s reply or the expiration of […]
A25-39 ARTICLE XIII: Internal Grievances, § 4
AMEND: Section 4. The National Executive Board shall consider the grievance and any reply as soon as possible, but no later than fourteen (14) days after: receipt of the accused member’s reply or the expiration of […]
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A25-38 ADD NEW: ARTICLE XIII: Recall
Any nationally elected officer may be recalled. To Recall an elected officer, a petition will be submitted toNATCA’s General Counsel. The petition must be signed by no less than 20% of eligible active members for the […]
A25-37 ARTICLE X: Locals, § 3
AMEND: Section 3. Each Local shall have the following offices: President, Vice-President, Secretary, andTreasurer. Locals may provide in their constitution and bylaws for additional offices or for combining localoffices into not less than one (1) position. […]
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A25-36 ARTICLE IX: Finances
ADD NEW: Section 12. Union funds shall not be used to purchase, nor reimburse members, for purchases of goods or services from an active member in good standing, their spouse, children, or parents. Rationale: Not having […]
Congratulations to the 2025 NATCA Scholarship Recipients
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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NATCA President Speaks on Panel at ALPA Legislative Summit
NATCA President Nick Daniels participated in the annual Air Lines Pilots Association (ALPA) Legislative Summit on Monday, June 3, 2025 in Washington, D.C. Daniels spoke on a panel with the Chair of CANSO Tim Arel and […]
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A25-35 ARTICLE IX: Finances, § 9
AMEND: Section 9. A dues rebate in the minimum amount of 11ten (10) percent shall be returned to thelocals. Rationale: Locals need more cash flow to be able to attend training and other Union events. Rising […]
CFS Merch on the NATCA Store is Now LIVE!
Communicating For Safety (CFS) 2025 apparel is available for purchase from the NATCA Store. For guaranteed delivery before CFS, you must place your order by Monday, July 14. Any items ordered after this date may not […]
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A25-34 ARTICLE IX: Finances, § 9
AMEND: Section 9. A dues rebate in the minimum amount of ten (10) fifteen (15) percent shall be returned to the locals. Rationale: Locals need more cash flow to be able to attend training and other […]
A25-33 ARTICLE IX: Finances, SRD-7 Dues Rebate, SRF-12 Reimbursement for Trainings/ Meetings
AMEND: ARTICLE IX, Section 9. A Ddues rebates in the minimum amount of ten (10) percent shall follow the standing rule for dues rebates be returned to the locals. SRD-7 Dues Rebate AMEND: Effective January 1, […]
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A25-32 ARTICLE IX: Finances, § 6
AMEND: Section 6. Any changes to the national dues of all active members of the Association shall be proposed to the National Convention by the National Executive Board any member in good standing. After 120 days’ […]
A25-31 ARTICLE VIII: National Conventions
ADD NEW: Section 9. A member of the National Finance Committee shall be appointed by the NationalExecutive Board to be the liaison to the Convention Committee. Rationale: There should be someone who is familiar with the […]
A25-30 ARTICLE VIII: National Conventions
ADD NEW: Section 8. The total money spent by the National Office on NATCA Convention expenses shall not exceed nine percent of the total yearly budget of the association. Rationale: Convention costs have continued to spiral […]
A25-29 ARTICLE VIII: National Conventions, § 5
AMEND: Section 5. Each Local shall be entitled to the delegates as listed below: Member Count Entitled Delegate(s) 1 to 149 1 to 100 members 1 150 to 199 101 to 200 members 2 200-249 201 […]
A25-28 ARTICLE VIII: National Conventions, § 1
AMEND: Section 1. The Association shall meet in National Convention every two (2) years three (3) years at a location to be established by majority vote of the delegates at the Convention four (4) years six […]
A25-27 ARTICLE VII: Nomination and Election of Officers
ADD NEW: Section 12. If a local fails to conduct an officer election as required by its constitution and bylaws, the local shall be placed in trusteeship within 60 days upon the expiration of the current […]
A25-26 ARTICLE VII: Nomination and Election of Officers, § 7
AMEND: Section 7. A National Officer may serve an unlimited amount of terms no more than three terms(consecutive or non-consecutive) in the same office. “Rationale: These positions should not be seen as careers. They should be […]
A25-25 ARTICLE VII: Nomination and Election of Officers, § 7
AMEND: Section 7. A National Officer may serve an unlimited amount of terms in the same office.The President and Executive Vice President may serve a maximum of two (2) consecutive terms. The Regional Vice Presidents may […]
A25-24 ARTICLE VII: Nomination and Election of Officers, § 3
AMEND:Section3. The National Election Committee shall designate the dates for nominations, acceptance of nominations and for the distribution and tabulation of ballots, and shall so notify the membership in a timely manner. The last date for […]
A25-23 ARTICLE VII: Nomination and Election of Officers, § 1
AMEND: Section 1. The President, the Executive Vice President, and the Regional Vice Presidents shall be elected once every three (3) years by a secret ballot vote utilizing preferential voting. All active members in good standing […]
A25-21 ARTICLE VI: Rights and Responsibilities of Members, § 7
“AMEND: Section 7. If a member applies for or voluntarily accepts a supervisory or management position within the Agency/company then; they shall immediately vacate any elected/appointed Union position currently held, and . They shall not be […]
Congratulations to Our Union’s Newest FacReps!
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: Central RegionMatthew Ball (Kansas City Downtown ATCT, MKC)Wesley Luebbert (Spirit ATCT, […]
A25-20 ARTICLE VI: Rights and Responsibilities of Members, § 4
AMEND: Section 4. No officer, or agent, or active member (excluding RNAV) in good standing of theAssociation shall have business or financial interests that conflict with their duties to the Association. Rationale: The National Benefits Committee […]
A25-19 ARTICLE VI: Rights and Responsibilities of Members, § 2
AMEND: Section 2. Negotiated term agreements and proposed extensions thereof shall be sent to theaffected membership for ratification. Ratification shall require a majority of the votes cast. Rationale: This still allows the national president the flexibility […]
A25-18 ARTICLE V: National Standing Committees, § 8
AMEND: Section 8. The National Finance Committee shall review the financial reports and annual budget, as submitted by the Executive Vice President, and make recommendations for change as necessary.The annual budget requires approval by a majority […]
A25-17 ARTICLE V: National Standing Committees, § 7
AMEND: Section 7. The Safety Committee shall be composed of active members in good standing selected for positions of expertise in the following areas: · National Safety Representative· Air Safety Investigation Committee Chair· Service Area Safety […]
A25-16 ARTICLE V: National Standing Committees
AMEND: Section 1. There shall be maintained at all times a Constitution Committee, Finance Committee, Organizing Committee, Safety Committee, Air Traffic Training Committee and a Legislative Committee. The Constitution, Finance, and Legislative Committees shall be composed […]
A25-15 ARTICLE IV: Organizational Structure and Officers
ADD NEW: Section 9: Elected National Executive Board (NEB) members shall be the principal leads of allNATCA national negotiations and/or agreements with the Agency. By a vote of 2/3rds, the NEB maydelegate the principal lead to […]
A25-14 ARTICLE IV: Organizational Structure and Officers, § 8
AMEND: Section 8. The National Executive Board shall have at least two ten (10) regularly scheduled meetings every year at such times and places as shall be designated proposed by the President and approved by majority […]
A25-13 ARTICLE IV: Organizational Structure and Officers, § 8
AMEND: Section 8. The National Executive Board shall have at least two regularly scheduled meetings every year at such times and places as shall be designated by the President. Advance notice of the meetings shall be […]
A25-12 ARTICLE IV: Organizational Structure and Officers, § 8
AMEND:Section8. The National Executive Board shall have at least two regularly scheduled meetings every year at such times and places as shall be designated by the President. Advance notice of the meetings shall be published at […]
A25-11 ARTICLE IV: Organizational Structure and Officers, § 7
AMEND: Section 7. In the event the Executive Vice President or a Regional Vice President is unable to complete their term as designated by the Constitution, or if the position is vacated for any reason prior […]
A25-10 ARTICLE IV: Organizational Structure and Officers, § 5
AMEND: Section 5. The Executive Vice President shall preside at any Convention or meeting from whichthe President is absent, and in the case of a vacancy in the office of President, the Executive Vice President shall […]
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Member Update May 17 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 17 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 18 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 18 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update REMINDER April 24 – National Town Hall – FCT – NEB
Member Update REMINDER April 24 – National Town Hall – FCT – NEB
Member Update May 14 – CRWG Update ALL Members
Member Update May 14 – CRWG Update ALL Members
Member Update May 13 – CRWG Briefing Reminder for LEADERS
Member Update May 13 – CRWG Briefing Reminder for LEADERS
Member Update May 10 – Sunday Webinar Cancelled
Member Update May 10 – Sunday Webinar Cancelled
Member Update Ignore Previous Message
Member Update Ignore Previous Message
Member Update REMINDER April 24 – National Town Hall – FCT – NEB
Member Update REMINDER April 24 – National Town Hall – FCT – NEB
Member Update May 14 – CRWG Update ALL Members
Member Update May 14 – CRWG Update ALL Members
Member Update May 13 – CRWG Briefing Reminder for LEADERS
Member Update May 13 – CRWG Briefing Reminder for LEADERS
Member Update May 13 – CRWG Briefing Reminder for LEADERS (1)
Member Update May 13 – CRWG Briefing Reminder for LEADERS (1)
Member Update June 1 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update June 1 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update June 3 2025 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast
Member Update June 3 2025 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast
Member Update May 29 – Seniority Message to ALL Slate Book
Member Update May 29 – Seniority Message to ALL Slate Book
Member Update May 29 – Seniority Message to Slate Book FacReps
Member Update May 29 – Seniority Message to Slate Book FacReps
Member Update May 31 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 31 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
NATCA Update June 2 2025
NATCA Update June 2 2025
NATCA Update May 28 2025
NATCA Update May 28 2025
NATCA Update May 30 2025
NATCA Update May 30 2025
Member Update May 27 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast
Member Update May 27 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast
Member Update May 27 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast 2
Member Update May 27 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast 2
Member Update May 25 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 25 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 24 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 24 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 22 2025 Reconciliation Bill
Member Update May 22 2025 Reconciliation Bill
Member Update Ignore Previous Message
Member Update Ignore Previous Message
Member Update May 21 2025 DOD Member Message
Member Update May 21 2025 DOD Member Message
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Happy 25th NATCAversary of Automation Support Specialists Being Represented by Our Union
Happy 25th NATCAversary! We celebrate that on June 1, 2000, the FLRA recognized NATCA as the exclusive bargaining representative of FAA Automation Support Specialists (AOS). Members of this bargaining unit work in en route centers and […]
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Event Speaker Consent and Release Form_NATCA
Event Speaker Consent and Release Form_NATCA
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20th Biennial Proposed Amendments and Resolutions
Proposed Amendments and Resolutions AMENDMENTS A25-01 ARTICLE I: Name and Objectives, § 2 A25-02 ARTICLE III: Membership, § 1 A25-03 ARTICLE III: Membership, § 8 A25-04 ENTIRE DOCUMENT A25-05 ARTICLE IV: Organizational Structure and Officers, § […]
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Rep. Sarah Elfreth Receives Tour and Briefing of BWI ATCT
U.S. Representative Sarah Elfreth (Md.-3) recently toured Baltimore-Washington ATCT (BWI), learning about staffing issues and the need for a new tower, among other infrastructure upgrades. BWI FacRep Dana Plagmann, along with NATCA members Sandra Follmer (Washington […]
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Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Committee Members
NATCA is requesting one (1) volunteer to serve as a Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Committee Member. The CISM Program operates in accordance with Article 74 of the Collaborative Bargaining Agreement (CBA). CISM is designed to […]
Senator Jerry Moran Tours Wichita ATCT
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas recently toured the Wichita ATCT (ICT) and Wichita Airport. FacRep Scott Muzzy and NLC Kansas State Coordinator James Heath joined Senator Moran during the visit. The discussion focused on several […]
U.S. Representative Sharice Davids Tours Kansas City Center
U.S. Representative Sharice Davids (Kan.-3) recently toured the Kansas City Center (ZKC). ZKC FacRep Patrick James, Facility Vice President Mike Klein, NLC Kansas State Coordinator James Heath, and NLC Central Region Alternate Jami Davis coordinated the […]
OSHA Committee Update: You Have the Right to a Safe Workplace—Without Fear of Retaliation
NATCA fought to ensure your right to report unsafe or unhealthy working conditions without being threatened or intimidated. Retaliation for reporting safety concerns—called reprisal—is unacceptable. To strengthen protections, NATCA worked with the FAA to create the […]
Update on Convention Amendment A25-45: Seniority for BUEs on an Age 56 Waiver
Earlier this month, delegates from NATCA’s locals met in San Francisco for NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention. At the beginning of the Convention, NATCA President Nick Daniels, in his role as Convention Chair, advised the delegates that […]
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Listen to the 2024 Region X Commitment to Safety Award Recipient on the NATCA Podcast
In this episode of the NATCA Podcast, former Communications Committee Chair Shannon Lyman (Boston Center, ZBW) interviews 2024 Region X Commitment to Safety Award Winner Troy Swanberg (Engineer/Great Lakes Region, EGL). Tune in wherever you listen […]
U.S. Rep. Dave Taylor Visits Cincinnati ATCT (CVG)
NATCA members from Cincinnati ATCT (CVG) recently provided a tour of their facility and an operations briefing to U.S. Representative Dave Taylor (Ohio-2). The first-term Congressman spent time meeting controllers at CVG, while also learning about […]
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NATCA Update May 26 2025
NATCA Update May 26 2025
NATCA Update May 23 2025
NATCA Update May 23 2025
NATCA Update May 20 2025
NATCA Update May 20 2025
Member Update May 27 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast
Member Update May 27 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast
Member Update May 27 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast 2
Member Update May 27 – National Update Webinar Rebroadcast 2
Member Update May 25 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 25 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 24 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 24 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update May 22 2025 Reconciliation Bill
Member Update May 22 2025 Reconciliation Bill
Member Update May 21 2025 DOD Member Message
Member Update May 21 2025 DOD Member Message
Member Update Ignore Previous Message
Member Update Ignore Previous Message
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U.S. Representative Mark Pocan Tours Madison ATCT
U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (Wisc.-2) recently toured the Madison ATCT (MSN). MSN FacRep Merrick Timbers and Facility Vice President Mark Hermanson coordinated the visit with Rep. Pocan. Much of the discussion focused on operations, technology upgrades, […]
NATCA Honors Our Fallen Heroes This Memorial Day
This Memorial Day, NATCA remembers and honors all those who served and died for the freedoms we hold dear. Our hearts go out to those that have lost a family member or friend who died while […]
NATCA Members Connect with the Community at Snow Cones with Controllers Event
NATCA members at Mesa Gateway FCT (IWA) recently hosted “Snow Cones with Controllers,” a community event that brought together nearly 150 attendees for an afternoon of aviation education, career exploration, and sweet treats in the desert […]
NATCA President Nick Daniels Speaks as Part of Panel on Airspace Modernization and Safety
NATCA President Nick Daniels addressed attendees as part of a panel at the XPonential Conference in Houston, Texas on Wednesday, May 21. The annual conference that is hosted by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicles Systems International […]
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NATCA Activists Deliver Handwritten Letters to Congressional Offices
Members of NATCA’s National Legislative Committee personally delivered handwritten letters from NATCA members to congressional offices on Tuesday, May 20 and Wednesday, May 21, as part of our Union’s drive to educate members of Congress about […]
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Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas is the OSHA Committee Chair. BackgroundThe NATCA OSHA Committee endeavors to assist NATCA representatives and members to identify, understand, prevent, and seek remedy for occupational safety and health (OSH) issues. The committee is comprised […]
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, […]
Tower Data Link Services (TDLS)
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 (TDLS) […]
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 on […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDS-R)
Steven Brown (PWM) is the National IDS-R Article 114 RepresentativeProgram Summary:The IDS Replacement Program was initially created to replace all Information Display Systems in the National Airspace System (NAS) with a product called the NAS Information […]
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 […]
Operations Support Group (OSG) Modernization
Joey Tinsley (ZTL) is the 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 actions, […]
Western Service Area (WSA)Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP)
Jeff Plendl, Los Angeles Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZLA), is the WSA IFP Article 114 Representative. Background: The NATCA AJT IFP Representative serves as the NATCA counterpart to the Service Area Director of Air Traffic Operations. […]
Central Service Area (CSA) Operations Support Group (OSG) Modernization
Eric Johnson, Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW), is the OSG Modernization Article 114 Representative for the Central Service Area. The OSG NATCA representative is responsible for the execution of airspace actions, Instrument Flight […]
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 Universal […]
Urban Air Mobility (UAM)
Will Hutson is the National UAM Article 114 Representative Background: Urban Air Mobility (UAM) is an initiative that supports the movement of passengers and cargo within urban environments through the use of revolutionary new aircraft. The […]
Terminal Automation Modernization and Replacement (TAMR)
Jason Rose is the National 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 TFDM is designed to enhance flight data coordination and management for Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) users, as well as improve surface traffic flow management capabilities. It […]
NATCA President Nick Daniels Highlights Need for System Upgrades in National Media Appearances
NATCA President Nick Daniels continued his media appearances yesterday with interviews airing on Fox Business, NBC’s TODAY, and ABC Nightline. Daniels spoke with Fox Business Correspondent Grady Trimble about recent communication outages and staffing issues at […]
National CADRE Facilitators for Recurrent Instructor Led Training (ILT)
NATCA is requesting four (4) volunteers to serve as National CADRE Facilitators for Recurrent Instructor Led Training (ILT). Recurrent Training is collaboratively developed and delivered national safety training. It is intended to increase air traffic controller […]
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May 21 2025 NCEPT Selections
May 21 2025 NCEPT Selections
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Signed-NEB-Minutes-San-Francisco-May2025
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NATCA APPLAUDS INCLUSION OF CHAIRMAN GRAVES’S AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SECTION IN BUDGET RECONCILIATION
WASHINGTON – The National Air Traffic Control Association (NATCA) thanks House Transportation and Infrastructure Chairman Sam Graves for his leadership in passing an Air Traffic Control (ATC) section in the budget reconciliation package. This section will significantly […]
Rep. Brian Jack Receives Presentation Concerning Atlanta ATC Facilities
U.S. Representative Brian Jack (Ga.-3) recently received a presentation and tour of the Atlanta air traffic control operations. Atlanta TRACON (A80) FacRep Ryan Boerger showed Rep. Jack some day-to-day operations of the TRACON, while also answering […]
Roll Call Vote Demonstrates Union Democracy in Action
On the afternoon of day two at NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention, delegates participated in a rare roll call vote on one of the proposed amendments to the NATCA Constitution. Unlike a standard voice or electronic vote, […]
Convention Applauds 100% Membership Facilities for Union Solidarity
Delegates in the convention hall cheered as NATCA recognized every facility that has achieved 100% union membership. The moment highlighted the strength of our Union and the deep commitment of members across the country. Reaching full […]
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May 11, 2025: Images from NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco, CA.
100pctFacilities
May 11, 2025: Images from NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco, CA.
100pctFacilities
May 11, 2025: Images from NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco, CA.
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Department of Defense Member Dues Collection
NATCA Members, Pursuant to President Trump’s Executive Order (EO), “Exclusions from the Federal Labor-Management Relations Program”, the Department of Defense (DOD) cancelled dues deductions for all bargaining unit employees. To ensure uninterrupted membership, NATCA is working […]
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NCEPT – FAA Regional HR Points of Contact 5.21.25
NCEPT – FAA Regional HR Points of Contact 5.21.25
NCEPT May 7 2025 ERR Demand Sheet 1
NCEPT May 7 2025 ERR Demand Sheet 1
5.21.2025 NCEPT Panel PPT & ETT Adjustments
5.21.2025 NCEPT Panel PPT & ETT Adjustments
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Members Participate in Union Letter Writing Campaign in the Convention Hall
At NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention in San Francisco, members of our Union and their families demonstrated their deep commitment to legislative activism by handwriting letters to their members of Congress at the National Legislative Committee’s booth […]
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CATCA President Nick von Schoenberg and Prospect ATCOs’ Branch Chair Mike Reed Deliver a Message of Global Solidarity
To open the final day of Convention business, NATCA President Nick Daniels invited Prospect ATCOs’ Branch Chair Mike Reed from the United Kingdom and Canadian Air Traffic Control Association (CATCA) President Nick von Schoenberg on stage […]
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Microsoft Word – NEB Minutes San Francisco v1.docx
Microsoft Word – NEB Minutes San Francisco v1.docx
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