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National Air Traffic Controllers Association
NATCA is a labor union and aviation safety organization in the United States that represents nearly 20,000 highly skilled air traffic controllers, engineers, and other aviation safety-related professionals. NATCA was certified in 1987 by the Federal Labor Relations Authority to be the exclusive bargaining representative for air traffic controllers employed by the Federal Aviation Administration. Today, NATCA is one of the strongest labor unions in the federal sector and represents a range of aviation safety professionals in 15 FAA bargaining units, five Department of Defense air traffic facilities, and 123 federal contract towers. These air traffic controllers and other aviation safety professionals make vital contributions to the U.S. economy and make modern life possible by coordinating the safe, orderly, and expeditious movement of nearly one billion aviation passengers and millions of tons of freight within the National Airspace System each year. NATCA is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and is affiliated with the AFL-CIO.
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Legislative Affairs Roundup: Congressional Members Meet with NATCA Members
Over the past month, numerous members of Congress have met with NATCA members to gain a better understanding of our work. They’ve also shown their support for the essential work our members do as aviation safety professionals. By fostering relationships with political leaders on both sides of the aisle, NATCA ensures that our voice is…
President Nick Daniels Serves on Panel at NBAA’s Joint Board of Directors and Advisory Council Meeting
On Wednesday, March 19, NATCA President Nick Daniels served on a panel at the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA) Joint Board of Directors and Advisory Council meeting. The panel was moderated by NBAA’s Senior Vice President for Government Affairs Kristie Greco Johnson. The other panelists included Airlines for America’s Sr. Vice President for Legislative and…
Aviation Stakeholders From Industry and Labor Join Together to Call on Congress to Avert a Government Shutdown
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 both parties to take immediate action to avoid a government shutdown. In the letter, the aviation stakeholders stressed the negative effects a government shutdown of any length would have…
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Benefits
Time Is Running Out to Protect Your Income with Unum LTD.
NATCA members, now is the time to take action. Protect your income and secure your financial future with Unum long-term disability insurance. This benefit is available exclusively to NATCA members, giving you peace of mind no matter what life brings. Open season is only available through Dec. 8, so act now. Enroll at natcadisability.com.
NATCA Benefits Partners with Beacon Realty for Exclusive Member Savings on Real Estate Services
NATCA Benefits is pleased to announce its partnership with Beacon Realty, offering members coordinated support for all real estate needs during relocation. Beacon Relocation’s services provide seamless management whether members are moving locally or across the country, along with the advantage of up to a 20% Realtor® discount through their network of Approved Realtor® Partners….
Events
NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention Amendment & Resolution Booklet
Preparations are underway for NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco, from May 9-11, 2025. Pursuant to Article XIV, Section 1 of the NATCA Constitution, the National Constitution Committee (NCC) has compiled the Convention Amendment & Resolution Booklet, which includes all proposed amendments to the NATCA Constitution, resolutions, and policy and…
Spotlight
Get To Know NATCA’s National Legislative Committee Chair David Skarphol
Relationship building is at the core of NATCA’s legislative activism. Earlier this year David Skarphol (Phoenix TRACON, P50) stepped up as the chair of NATCA’s National Legislative Committee (NLC), leading the team that coordinates and facilitates NATCA members’ legislative training and relationships with members of Congress. Today we take a moment to introduce Skarphol and…
Aviation Facts
Fact: The United States aviation system is an economic driver, contributing 5.2 percent to the nation’s gross domestic product, and generating nearly 11 million jobs.
Aircraft in the sky at peak operational times
Pounds of freight moving through the National Airspace System each year
Current Traffic
Tracking 10,677 airborne aircraft with 636,859,278 total flights in the database. FlightAware has tracked 113,709 arrivals in the last 24 hours.
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