Anchorage TRACON (A11)

John Newcomb, Anchorage TRACON (A11) and Matthew Freidel, Anchorage Center (ZAN) The weather conditions in Alaska are often poor, but they’re highly changeable. This can lead to situations where a pilot can encounter difficulty, especially if […]

Hear Matthew Freidel (Anchorage Center, ZAN) and John Newcomb (Anchorage TRACON, A11) tell their 2020 Alaskan Region Archie League Medal of Safety Award-winning story, and discuss their efforts to guide the Cessna pilot away from trouble […]

Alaskan Air Traffic Controllers Matthew Freidel and John Newcomb Help Guide Cessna Pilot Away From Trouble to Safe Landing Listen to the podcast here. Doug Church:  Hello and welcome to the NATCA Podcast. I’m Doug Church, […]

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Most everything in the world has changed in 2020. But one thing has remained constant: the relentless pursuit of greatness and the highest standard of professionalism exhibited by NATCA members at work. […]

We hope all of our members who are dads enjoyed a special Father’s Day with their families and loved ones. Pictured above and viewing left to right, starting with the top left photo, are: Ryan Reeves, […]

The NATCA Charitable Foundation sponsored members supporting Hope Community Resources in Anchorage, Alaska, this month during the annual Hope Golf Classic. Hope Community Resources helps Alaskans with disabilities. Anchorage Center (ZAN) members (above, left to right) […]