Aaron Pickett Named RTX Controller of the Year at #NATCACFS 2024

NATCA Southwest Regional Safety Representative and Albuquerque Center (ZAB) Facility Vice President Aaron Pickett was awarded the prestigious RTX Controller of the Year award at Communicating For Safety (CFS) 2024. The award, presented by RTX STARS Program Manager Will Pater, recognizes Pickett’s exceptional contributions to enhancing the safety, efficiency, and overall quality of air traffic control operations. RTX, formerly Raytheon Technologies, has been a long-standing sponsor of CFS and created this annual award to celebrate the outstanding efforts of air traffic controllers who exemplify excellence in their profession. As the longest continuous sponsor of CFS, RTX continues to play a vital role in supporting the aviation industry through both innovation and recognition of its top professionals.