On December 22, 2023, NATCA requested a briefing on Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) “Active Mode.” This briefing was held on January 25, 2024. We are currently discussing the matter internally to determine how to proceed. […]
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National Office Departmental Updates
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Sept. 21 – Nov. 1, 2023
On November 1, 2023, NATCA requested a briefing on the Eastern Regional Office Relocation. This briefing was held on November 8, 2023. We are currently discussing the matter internally to determine how to proceed. POCs: Labor […]
FAA CHILD CARE SUBSIDY PROGRAM
On August 29, 2023, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to revise Human Resources Policy Manual (HRPM) Policy Volume 12: Work Life and Benefits (WLB), 12.1, FAA Child Care Subsidy […]
SURVEYS: June 30 – August 25, 2023
NATCA recommends participation in the AIT Experience Service Survey for Region X AIT bargaining unit employees. Please see attached Word document. NATCA recommends participation in the 2023 AVS Safety Culture Survey. Please see attached PDF. NATCA […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: July 26 – Aug. 23, 2023
On August 23, 2023, NATCA requested a briefing on the AIT HQ Runway Experience Center Renovations. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal […]
GENDER-NEUTRAL RESTROOMS IN THE ORVILLE WRIGHT BUILDING BRIEFING
On June 15, 2023, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to designate gender-neutral restrooms across its facilities beginning with its Orville Wright Building (FOB-10A and 10B) located in Washington, DC. […]
MICROSTATION SUNSETTING BRIEFING
On Friday, July 21, 2023, NATCA became aware of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA or Agency) intent to migrate ATC Facilities and Engineering Services (AJW-2) from MicroStation to AutoCAD (CAD) as the sole drafting application for […]
ABA 10A SUITE 532-540 CONSTRUCTION PROJECT BRIEFING
On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to construct six offices for displaced managers in the Office of Financial Services (ABA) fifth floor suites 532-536 located […]
FAA ORDER 8260.43C BRIEFING
On Friday, June 9, 2023, NATCA became aware of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA or Agency) invitation to NATCA for a workgroup on the Instrument Flight Procedure Request Process. In response, NATCA requested a briefing, which […]
ERRA TOOLKIT BRIEFING
On Monday, July 17, 2023, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA regarding the Electronic Records Repository Administration (ERRA) toolkit. The Agency made this change in response to two memoranda from the National Archives […]
SURVEYS: May 1 – June 22, 2023
NATCA recommends participation in the International Certificate Management Program (ICMP) Survey. Please see attached PDF. NATCA does NOT recommend participation in the OPM Aviation Occupational Technical SME and Human Resources Questionnaires. Please see attached PDF. If […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: May 1 – June 22, 2023
On June 21, 2023, NATCA requested a briefing on the Huddle Migration. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Suzanne DeFelice, Senior Labor Relations Administrator […]
RS MEANS ONLINE TOOL FOR COST ESTIMATING IN SERVICE CENTERS BRIEFING
On March 28, 2023, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to continue the implementation of RS Means Online Tool for Cost Estimating (RS Means) in the Western and Central Service Regions. RS Means is a […]
FAA ORDER VS 3900.84, AVIATION SAFETY (AVS) HAZARDOUS ENERGY CONTROL PROGRAM BRIEFING
On April 12, 2023, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement the Aviation Safety (AVS) Hazardous Energy Control Program, FAA Order VS 3900.84. NATCA responded to the Agency’s notification by requesting a briefing, which […]
AFN REORGANIZATION BRIEFING
On Friday, March 24, 2023, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to reorganize the Office of Finance and Management-400 (AFN-400). Specifically, the Agency’s intends to create AFN-410 (Intake & Assignment […]
NOISE COMPLAINT INITIATIVE (NCI) BRIEFING
On Tuesday, March 28, 2023, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of the Office of National Engagement and Regional Administration’s creation of a Noise Complaint Initiative (NCI) to review and, if necessary, make […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: March 1 – April 28, 2023
On April 27, 2023, NATCA requested a briefing on Human Resources Policy Manual (HRPM) Volume 4: ER-4.1, Standards of Conduct. We are currently waiting for a response to our request from the Agency. POCs: Labor […]
FAA AIRSPACE MODERNIZATION PROJECT BRIEFING
On Wednesday, June 1, 2022, NATCA became aware of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA or Agency) establishment of its airspace modernization project. NATCA requested a full briefing, which was held on Friday, June 22, 2022. The […]
WINDOWS 7 UPGRADE TO WINDOWS 10 IN AJW BRIEFING II
On Thursday, June 23, 2022, NATCA became aware of the Agency’s plan to upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10 in AJW. Specifically, the Agency informed NATCA that although it is upgrading the computers in Technical Operation […]
TRANSITION FROM MYPERS TO MYFSS BRIEFING
On Tuesday, January 31, 2023, Vance Air Force Base notified NATCA of its intent to transition from myPers to myFSS in March 2023. On February 1, 2023, NATCA requested a briefing. The parties held the briefing […]
BEYOND TRUST SOFTWARE BRIEFING
On Wednesday, January 4, 2023, NATCA became aware of the Agency’s plan to replace the current software, Dameware, with a different remote-support product, BeyondTrust. The Agency informed NATCA that Agency contractors providing end-user support make up […]
FAA ORDER AC 3900.21J BRIEFING
On Tuesday, November 8, 2022, NATCA became aware of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA or Agency) Order AC 3900.21J, Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center Occupational Safety and Health Program. The same day, NATCA requested a briefing, which […]
ACR ELEVATE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM BRIEFING
On Thursday, February 9, 2023, NATCA became aware of the Agency’s plan to implement the Office of Civil Rights’ (ACR) Elevate Mentorship Program (EMP). In response, NATCA requested a briefing, which was held on Thursday, March […]
SURVEYS: March 1 – 31, 2023
NATCA recommends participation in the ATC Post Event/ATC Post Terminal Scenario/ATC Post En Route Scenario Surveys. Please see attached Word documents. NATCA recommends participation in the Office of Management and Finance (AFN) Mentoring Program Survey. Please […]
SURVEYS: Jan. 1 – Feb. 28, 2023
NATCA recommends participation in the AFN Customer Service Survey. Please see attached PDF and MP4 file. NATCA recommends participation in the Trajectory Based Operations (TBO) Training Model Demonstration Survey. Please see attached Word document and PDF. […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Jan. 24 – Feb. 22, 2023
On February 22, 2023, NATCA requested a briefing on the Flight Deck Training Automated System (FDTAS). We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Jon Cakmakci, […]
SURVEYS: Sept. 1, 2022 – Dec. 31, 2022
NATCA recommends participation in the AIT Career Navigator Program Feedback Questionnaire, specifically for AIT bargaining unit employees. Please see attached Word and Excel document. NATCA recommends participation in the Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) Survey. Please […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Sept. 9, 2022 – Jan. 12, 2023
On January 12, 2023, NATCA requested a briefing on the Rap Back Program Enrollment. We are in the process of scheduling this briefing. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Jon Cakmakci, Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal Manson, Chief […]
CONTRACT SUPPORT SERVICES AIR-760 BRIEFING
On Tuesday, August 2, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to obtain contract support services within the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, Standardization Branch (AIR-760) beginning as soon as possible […]
OUTLOOK EMAIL ARCHIVING BRIEFING
On Monday, July 18, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to enable the email archiving feature within the FAA’s cloud-based Microsoft Outlook email application for all FAA email. Specifically, […]
ISSUANCE OF FAA ORDER JO 3900.83 BRIEFING
On Wednesday, June 29, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to issue FAA Order JO 3900.83, Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Hearing Conservation Program (HCP) (JO 3900.83 or order). Specifically, […]
JAT – GENERAL ENGINEER (NAS IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM MANAGER), 801 SERIES BRIEFING
On Friday, August 5, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its plans to revise the job analysis tool (JAT) for the General Engineer (NAS Implementation Program Manager) position. According to the Agency, the modifications consist of […]
CFO PACKAGE SUBMISSION TOOL (CPST) BRIEFING
On Thursday, August 18, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its plans to implement an automated tool called the CFO Package Submission Tool (CPST). The Agency explained in its notification to NATCA that the FAA’s Acquisition […]
CANCELLATION OF HRPM PB #130 BRIEFING
On Monday, September 12, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its plans to cancel Policy Bulletin (PB) #130, Telework Flexibilities for High Community Levels of COVID-19. PB #130 provided NATCA bargaining unit employees (BUEs) with telework […]
FAA NOTICE JO 1000.30 BRIEFING
On Friday, July 8, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to implement changes to FAA Notice JO 1000.30, Application of the Acceptable Level of Risk (ALR) to Space Missions […]
CMA TOOL BRIEFING
On Thursday, August 4, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to implement the Configuration Management Automation (CMA) Tool. Specifically, the CMA tool will replace the outdated WebCM system while […]
FAA REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT ENTERPRISE SYSTEM (FRAMES) APPLICATION BRIEFING
On Tuesday, September 27, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to combine the functionality of four legacy, custom built, end of life applications into a new modernized system called FAA Real Estate Management Enterprise […]
PMO INCIDENT RESPONSE GROUP SOP BRIEFING
On Friday, July 29, 2022, NATCA reached out to the Agency to indicate that NATCA became aware of the Agency’s plan to make changes to the Program Management Organization (PMO) Incident Response Group Standard Operating Procedure […]
EXPANSION OF MULTI-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION (MFA) FOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS BRIEFING NUMBER 2
On Wednesday, September 14, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to continue implementation of a multi-factor authentication (MFA) requirement for access to FAA information systems. The Agency previously briefed […]
AVS THERMAL STRESS PREVENTION PROGRAM (TSPP) BRIEFING
On Friday, August 26, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to issue FAA Order VS 3900.82 concerning the Aviation Safety (AVS) Thermal Stress Prevention Program (TSPP). Specifically, the Agency […]
UPCOMING ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES TO AJW-1 BRIEFING
UPCOMING ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES TO AJW-1 BRIEFING On Monday, July 25, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of the upcoming organizational changes to the FAA. Specifically, the Agency will realign old groups and […]
RELOCATION OF ATO BUES IN FOB 10A BRIEFING
On Friday, August 19, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to consolidate AJG-R’s employees in FOB 10A. Specifically, the Agency will collocate Air Traffic Services (AJT) and Technical Operations […]
UPCOMING ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES TO AFM BRIEFING
On October 27, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement changes to the Agency’s internal organizational structure within the AFM division, which it believes will improve divisional efficiency while failing to impact the […]
AIT SOFTWARE SECURITY INCREASES BRIEFING
On November 9, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement changes to the Agency’s increased software security measures internal to the Office of Information Technology (AIT). According to the Agency, increasing security measures […]
ENTERPRISE SERVICES CENTER TRANSITION TO SERVICENOW BRIEFING
On Thursday, October 13, 2022, NATCA became aware of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (“FAA” or “Agency”) intent to transition the Enterprise Services Center (ESC) ticketing system from Remedy to ServiceNow. In response, NATCA requested a briefing, […]
AIR ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE BRIEFING
On Wednesday, November 2, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to make several organizational changes across the Aircraft Certification Service (AIR) organization. Specifically, the Agency intends to establish a […]
FAA ORDER 8260.46J BRIEFING
On Thursday, July 28, 2022, NATCA became aware of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA or Agency) intent to make changes to FAA Order 8260.46J, Departure Procedure (DP) Program. In response, NATCA requested a briefing, which was […]
FAA ORDER IR 3900.72A BRIEFING
On Thursday, September 8, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement revised FAA Order IR 3900.72A, Aircraft Certification Service (AIR) Fall Protection Program (FPP). NATCA responded to the Agency’s notification by requesting a […]
FAA ORDER IR 3900.73A BRIEFING
On Friday, August 26, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to implement revised FAA Order IR 3900.73A- AIR Aircraft Accident Investigation Safety (AAIS) Program. NATCA responded to the Agency’s […]
FAA ORDER IR 3900.74A BRIEFING
On Friday, August 26, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA” or “Agency”) notified NATCA of its intent to implement the revised AA Order IR 3900.74A- AIR Bloodborne Pathogens Program (BPP). NATCA responded to the Agency’s notification […]
FAA ORDER IR 3900.75A BRIEFING
On Thursday, September 8, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement the revised FAA Order IR 3900.75A, Aircraft Certification Service (AIR) Hearing Conservation Program (HCP). NATCA responded to the Agency’s notification by requesting […]
AVS ODA OUTREACH INITIATIVE BRIEFING
On Wednesday, November 2, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to send a prescreening questionnaire to a representative group of Organization Management Team (OMT) leads represented by NATCA in […]
FAA INREACH CAFETERIA BRIEFING
On Friday, November 1, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to make changes to the cafeteria located in FAA HQ, Building 10 A, in Washington, DC. The Agency stated […]
SURVEYS: July 1 – Aug. 31, 2022
NATCA recommends participation in the Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) Operational Tryout Scenarios Survey. Please see attached PDFs. NATCA recommends participation in the ARTCC Employee Interviews Survey for the ATC bargaining unit. Please see attached Word […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: July 1 – Aug. 29, 2022
On August 29, 2022, NATCA requested a briefing on FAA Order VA 3900.82, AVS Thermal Stress Prevention Program (TSPP). We are in the process of scheduling this briefing. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Jon Cakmakci, Senior Labor […]
AIR-600 CONTRACTING BRIEFING
On Friday, May 13, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration notified NATCA of its intent to obtain contract support services within the Policy and Innovation Division (AIR-600) beginning as soon as possible until approximately December 2022. Specifically, […]
HRPM WLB 12.3a (TELEWORK IN FOREIGN DUTY LOCATIONS BRIEFING
On Friday, July 22, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its plans to implement a new telework supplement — Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM), Volume 12: Worklife and Benefits (WLB), Policy Chapter Supplement WLB-12.3a: Telework in […]
CARTOGRAPHER ARTCC/CERAP ARCGIS TRAINING BRIEFING
On Wednesday, March 23, 2022, NATCA became aware of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA or Agency) intent to transition Air Route Traffic Control Center/Combined End Route Approach Control (ARTCC/CERAP) cartographers from Bentley MicroStation to ESRI ArcGIS. […]
MULTI-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION BRIEFING
On Monday, May 23, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA or Agency) notified NATCA of its intent to implement changes to the process used for logging into the FAA network. Specifically, the Agency will require, pursuant […]
PRIMAVERA P6 PROJECT MANAGEMENT TOOL BRIEFING
On Tuesday, July 26, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its plans to implement new program management software called the Primavera P6 Project Management Tool within the Planning and Requirements Group (PRG) in Mission Support (AJV) […]
ARTICLE 49 DISCUSSION: CAMI RESEARCH PROJECT
On July 14, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA that its Civil Aerospace Medical Institute (CAMI) Aeromedical Research (AAM-600) and Aerospace Human Factors Research (AAM-500) divisions intend to conduct a research study to identify and to assess […]
Surveys: March 7 – June 30, 2022
NATCA recommends participation the ATO FedView Roundtable Discussion and Survey. NATCA recommends participation in the First Course Conduct Student Feedback Survey. Please see attached Word document. NATCA recommends participation in the Tech Ops Safety Culture Survey. […]
Briefing Requests: May 2 – June 30, 2022
On June 23, 2022, NATCA requested a briefing on Windows 7 Upgrade to Windows 10 in AJW. We are in the process of scheduling this briefing. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Jon Cakmakci, Senior Labor Relations Administrator […]
<strong>CONTRACTOR SUPPORT SERVICES – AIR-300 BRIEFING</strong>
On Thursday, March 31, 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) notified NATCA of its intent to implement changes to the contractor support services for the Aircraft Certification Service’s (AIR’s) organizational performance division (AIR-300). Specifically, AIR-300 wishes […]
G-INVOICING (GINV) SYSTEM BRIEFING
On Monday, May 23, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its plans to implement the G-Invoicing (GINV) system. In accordance with Treasury Financial Manual Chapter 4700, Appendix 8, Intra-Governmental Transactions (IGT) Buy/Sell, the Department of the […]
SURVEYS: June 15, 2022 – Update for ASKME
NATCA still recommends participation in the Aviation Safety Knowledge Management Environment (ASKME) User Feedback Data Capture Survey specifically for the Region X bargaining unit. Please see attached Word documents. If you have any questions, please contact […]
SURVEYS: Feb. 24 – March 4, 2022
NATCA recommends participation in the PIREP Information (PID) Assessment. Please see attached Word documents. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal Manson at [email protected].
E2 DELPHI SYSTEM
On Tuesday, January 11, 2022, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement a secure interface from the payroll system to the Delphi financial system (Delphi), to obtain and use employee’s payroll bank accounts for […]
5G DEPLOYMENT/NOTAMs
On Monday, November 22, 2021, NATCA became aware of the potential adverse effects on radio altimeters due to the deployment of wireless broadband networks in 3700-3980 MHz bands. On Friday, December 10, 2021, NATCA became aware […]
HRPM VOL. 8 – LEAVE AND WORK SCHEDULES – LWS-8.12 & LWS-8.12a BRIEFING
On Friday, February 11, 2022, the Agency informed NATCA of its intent to implement revisions to LWS 8.12a Voluntary Leave Transfer Program (VLTP), which would be made effective on March 16, 2022. According to the Agency, […]
SURVEYS: Jan. 19 – Feb. 18, 2022
NATCA recommends participation in the Mission Support Planning and Requirements Group (PRG) Realignment Survey. Please see attached Word document. NATCA recommends participation in the MyIT Forum Survey. Please see attached Word email document. If you have […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Jan. 11 – Feb. 18, 2022
On February 18, 2022, NATCA requested a briefing on Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM) Volume 8: Leave and Work Schedules, LWS-8.12 and LWS-8.12a. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. […]
NCR LEASE CONSOLIDATION PROJECT
On Tuesday, October 5, 2021, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent not to renew the leases at 901 D Street and 950 L’Enfant Plaza and to reassign all employees, including bargaining unit employees (BUEs), to […]
GSA Employee Voice Pulse Survey 2ND UPDATE – Jan. 27, 2022
NATCA now recommends participation in Round 2 of the GSA Employee Voice Pulse Survey. Please see attached PDFs. If you have any questions, please contact Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal Manson at [email protected].
SURVEYS: Nov. 29 – Dec. 2, 2021
NATCA recommends participation in the Higher Airspace Operations Questionnaire. Please see attached Word document. NATCA recommends participation in the Special Use Airspace – NDAA 2021 Assessment. Please see attached PDF and Word Document. If there are […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Nov. 2 – Dec. 21, 2021
On December 21, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on the AIR-700 Technical Advisory Board (TAB) Work Instruction (WI). We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Jon […]
NAS VOICE RECORDER (NVR) IN-SERVICE DECISION
On Monday, November 1, 2021, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement the NAS Voice Recorder system (NVR). NATCA responded to the Agency’s notification by requesting a full briefing, which was held on Monday, […]
GSA Pulse Pilot Survey UPDATE – Jan. 7, 2022
As a reminder, NATCA does not recommend participation in the GSA Pulse Pilot Survey. The Agency is disseminating round 2 of the survey, which we do not recommend taking part in. If you have any questions, […]
SURVEYS: – Oct. 27 – Nov. 10, 2021
NATCA recommends participation in the 2021 OPM Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS). Please see attached PDFs. NATCA recommends participation in the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Facility Map (UASFM) Analytics Model Feedback Survey. Please see attached PDF. If […]
SURVEYS: Aug. 2 – Oct. 18, 2021
NATCA recommends participation in the Data Administrator (DA)/Air Traffic (AT) EUIE Survey and Focus Group Questions. Please see attached Word documents. NATCA recommends participation in the AJT-3120 Survey. Please see attached Word and Excel doc. NATCA […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Sept. 10 – Oct. 8, 2021
On October 8, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on the AIR-700 Reassignments. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Suzanne DeFelice, Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal […]
AIR-300 REFINEMENT BRIEFING
On Thursday, June 10, 2021, the Agency informed NATCA of its plans to realign four NATCA bargaining unit employees (BUEs) to different areas within AIR-300. Two BUEs will be moved in the short-term, and two more […]
AIR-600 SMARTSHEET TOOL BRIEFING
On Tuesday, June 15, 2021, the Agency informed NATCA of its intent to rollout the Smartsheet platform to all bargaining unit employees (BUEs) in the Policy and Innovation Division, AIR-600. Smartsheet will be used by all […]
FAA ORDER AIR 3900.XX, AIR CHEMICAL SAFETY AND HAZARD COMMUNICATION BRIEFING
On Friday, July 30, 2021, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement FAA Order AIR 3900.xx- AIR Chemical Safety and Hazard Communication (Order). This order is to establish a written program that outlines requirements, […]
FLIGHT TEST OPERATIONS MANUAL (FTOM )
On Wednesday, September 1, 2021, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to revise the Flight Test Operations Manual (FTOM). FTOM applies to all flight operations within the Aircraft Certification Service (AIR) and the changes apply […]
SFO ADO RELOCATION
On Friday, August 20, 2021, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to relocate the San Francisco Airports District Office (ADO). The current office is located at 1000 Marina Boulevard, 2nd floor, Suite 210, Brisbane, CA […]
HUMAN RESOURCES POLICY MANUAL (HRPM) POLICY BULLETIN (PB) #124, TIME USED FOR OBTAINING A COVID-19 VACCINATION BRIEFING
On Tuesday, October 5, 2021, NATCA received notice from the Agency that it intended to implement Policy Bulletin (PB) #124, Time Used for Obtaining a COVID-19 Vaccinations. On September 9, 2021, President Biden issued Executive Order […]
SURVEYS: Sept. 24, 2021
NATCA recommends participation in the FAA AJW Virtual First Strategies Team – Employee Survey. Please see attached Word document and PDF. NATCA recommends participation in the Position Display Monitors (PDM) Survey. Please see attached PDFs and […]
SURVEYS: July 9-30, 2021
NATCA recommends participation in the NATCA AJR-X2 Operational Contingency Plan (OCP) Survey. Please see attached PDF. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Kendal Manson, Senior Labor Relations Administrator, at [email protected].
BRIEFING REQUESTS: July 9-30, 2021
On July 26, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on DCP JO 7210.3, Paragraph 3-3-11 – Headset Tone Incidents. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Suzanne […]
HUMAN RESOURCE POLICY MANUAL (HRPM) POLICY BULLETIN #123, AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT OF 2021 (ARPA) BRIEFING
On Wednesday, July 7, 2021, NATCA was notified by the Agency of its intent to implement and to administer the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA), Public Law No. 117-2 at the Agency for use […]
FLIGHT TEST BRANCH (AIR-710) IMPLEMENTATION – NFTDB TOOL BRIEFING
On June 15, 2021, the Agency notified NATCA of its intent to implement the newly developed National Flight Test Database (NFTDB) tool for use by flight test crewmembers to create, search, and archive Daily Flight Test […]
SURVEYS: May 13 – July 7, 2021
NATCA recommends participation in the Independent Operational Assessment (IOA) of the NAS Voice Recorder Questionnaire. Please see attached Word document. NATCA recommends participation in the Employee Engagement Team’s Reverse Mentoring Survey, specifically for Region X bargaining […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: June 7 – July 7, 2021
On July 7, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on Policy Bulletin #123, Emergency Paid Leave (EPL) under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), Reference Material and Forms. We are currently waiting for a response from the […]
EMS-11.2 GUIDANCE ON PAY ISSUES RELATED TO DISASTER/EMERGENCY SITUATIONS MOU
On May 10, 2021, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning EMS-11.2 – Guidance on Pay Issues Related to Disaster/Emergency Situations. In the MOU, the Parties recognize that NATCA never received notice […]
OPERATIONAL DATA STORE DATABASE UPGRADE
On May 24, 2021, the FAA briefed NATCA regarding its plans to upgrade the Operational Data Store (ODS) database, Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Operational Data Store, to safeguard the database against aging software and security vulnerabilities. […]
EXECUTIVE ORDER INCREASING MINIMUM WAGE FOR FEDERAL CONTRACTORS BRIEFING
On Wednesday, May 19, 2021, NATCA was notified by the Agency of its plans to implement President Biden’s Executive Order (EO) Increasing the Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors, which mandates that federal contractors earn $15 per […]
SURVEYS: March 22 – May 10, 2021
NATCA recommends participation in the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) Needs Analysis/Weather Survey. Please see attached Word document from the FAA with a link for the survey. NATCA recommends participation in the AVS Organization Designation Authorization […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: March 25 – April 15, 2021
On April 15, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing FAA Order 7930.2, Change 2. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Suzanne DeFelice, Senior Labor Relations Administrator […]
MCAS CHERRY POINT (NKT) CBA NEGOTIATIONS
On March 16, 2021, NATCA commenced negotiating a successor collective bargaining agreement (CBA) for its unit of Title 5 civilian air traffic controllers at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina (NKT). The current […]
PRE-3.8 RECRUITMENT, RELOCATION, AND RETENTION INCENTIVES MOU
On March 15, 2021, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning PRE-3.8 Recruitment, Relocation, and Retention Incentives. In the MOU, the Parties recognize that NATCA never received notice of the establishment of […]
AVS ODA OFFICE REALIGNMENT AND STANDUP AT THE AVS LEVEL BRIEFING
On April 21, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its plans to stand up a new AVS ODA Office (AVS-6), which will report to the Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety. The mission of the AVS ODA […]
ORDER 7110.10BB FLIGHT SERVICES CHANGES
On May 3, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding changes to chapters 2 through 5 and 7 through 12 in Order 7110.10BB. The changes are intended to align the Order with current Flight Service operating systems […]
NATCA News Alert: NATCA, FAA Extend Multi-Unit/Consolidated Collective Bargaining Agreements
Dear Brothers and Sisters, NATCA’s highly successful and productive collaborative relationship with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), combined with the start of a new administration committed to supporting unions and collective bargaining rights, has led to […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: March 1-15, 2021
On March 4, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on the AJW-2 Realignment. This briefing was held on March 15, 2021. We are currently discussing the matter internally to determine how to proceed. POCs: Senior Labor Relations […]
HRPM PB #120 – REDUCING COVID-19 RISK EXPOSURE WHEN ENTERING ANY FACILITY AND COVID-19 DAILY WELLNESS CHECKLIST BRIEFING
On March 5, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA on its plans to implement and to disseminate the HRPM Policy Bulletin #120 (PB 120) Reducing COVID-19 Risk Exposure When Entering Any Facility along with a Daily Wellness […]
CHILD CARE SUBSIDY PROGRAM – UPDATE
On February 12, 2021, the Agency informed NATCA that it intended to transfer its Child Care Subsidy Program (CCSP) from a vendor-operated program to an FAA-operated program. It had planned to terminate the contract with its […]
SURVEYS: March 1-15, 2021
NATCA recommends participation in the STEAM Aviation and Space Education (AVSED) survey. Please note that Question 14 asks for the participant’s email address. Providing an email address is voluntary, and NATCA recommends NOT doing so for anonymity reasons. […]
SURVEYS: Feb. 8 – 26, 2021
NATCA does not recommend participation in the Competency Exploration for Development and Readiness Survey. Please see attached PDF and Word documents. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please email Kendal Manson, Senior Labor Relations […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Feb. 10 – 23, 2021
On February 23, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on FAA Order NG 1000.44B, NextGen Safety Management System. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Senior Labor Relations Representative Melinda […]
CHILD CARE SUBSIDY PROGRAM
On February 12, 2021, the Agency informed NATCA that it intends to transfer its Child Care Subsidy Program (CCSP) from a vendor-operated program to an FAA-operated program. Currently, CCSP participants receive invoices from their child-care providers, […]
ON-SITE PART 139 AIRPORT INSPECTIONS BRIEFING
On February 23, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding the resumption of on-site inspections at airports where the inspection is regarded as mission critical. The Agency had authorized a managerial directive requiring that field managers and […]
SURVEYS: Jan. 4 – Feb. 5, 2021
NATCA recommends participation in the SFO and ZOA Needs Analysis Survey. Please see attached Word document. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please email Kendal Manson, Senior Labor Relations Administrator, at [email protected].
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Jan. 11 – Feb. 2, 2021
On February 2, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on the Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM) Volume 8: Leave and Work Schedules LWS-8.18. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: […]
MSS EXECUTIVE OFFICE REFINEMENT BRIEFING
On January 27, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding an upcoming organizational change that the Agency plans to implement. The changes are to the Agency’s own internal structure and include deleting AJV-E3D0 and renaming numerous areas […]
ORDER 7110.65Z CHANGES REGARDING TRANSFERRING AND RECEIVING CONTROLLER HANDOFF
On January 21, 2021, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding changes to paragraphs 5-3-4, 5-4-5, and 5-4-6 in Order JO 7110.65Z. The changes address transferring and receiving a controller handoff. Changes were previously made to paragraphs 2-1-14, […]
FALCON QUICK LISTEN FUNCTION PERMISSIONS
On October 11, 2018, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding proposed changes to add new permissions to CEDAR that would affect the FALCON Quick Listen function. The new permissions would allow facilities to give individuals access to […]
DYNAMIC REGULATORY SYSTEM (DRS) BRIEFING
On December 23, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its plans to establish and to implement a Dynamic Regulatory System (DRS), which will function as a comprehensive knowledge center that combines all regulatory guidance material of […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Dec. 18, 2020 – Jan. 8, 2021
On January 4, 2021, NATCA requested a briefing on the Transition of the UIS Program’s PRESS Tool to Corporate Work Plan (CWP) Suite. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. […]
SURVEYS: Dec. 1 – 23, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Computer Aided Engineering Graphics (CAEG) Survey, specifically for the Region X bargaining unit. Please see attached PDF. NATCA recommends participation in the TBFM Fundamental Survey. The purpose of this survey is […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Nov. 17 – Dec. 17, 2020
On December 17, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the On-site Part 139 Airport Inspections. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney May Silverstein, Senior Labor […]
GREAT LAKES BUILDING SERVICES RETURN TO WORK PLAN, PHASE 1 BRIEFING
On Wednesday, October 21, 2020, the Agency notified NATCA of its plans to implement and to disseminate the Great Lakes, Building Services Return to Work Plan for Phase 1, which governs the procedures and protocol that […]
VERA/VSIP BRIEFING
On Wednesday, November 25, 2020, NATCA received notice from the Agency that it will be offering Voluntary Separation Incentive Payments (VSIP) and Voluntary Early Retirement Authority (VERA) in early 2021 to a limited group of agency […]
OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL, ROAD TO RECOVERY PHASES 1 AND 2 BRIEFING
On December 15, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its plans to implement and to disseminate the Phase 1 and Phase 2 Road to Recovery Plans for the Agency’s Office of General Counsel (AGC), which documents […]
SURVEYS: Oct. 19 – Nov. 30, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Trajectory Based Operations (TBO) Summit Survey. Please see link below. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2020TBOSummit NATCA recommends participation in the Boston Air Route Traffic Control Center Survey. Please see attached Word document. NATCA recommends participation […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Oct. 6-22, 2020
On October 22, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on Great Lakes Building Services Return to Work Plan, Phase 1. We are in the process of scheduling this briefing. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney May Silverstein, Senior […]
WESTERN PACIFIC REGIONAL OFFICE BUILDING RETURN PROCEDURES BRIEFING
On Tuesday, September 15, 2020, the Agency notified NATCA of its plans to implement and to disseminate the Western Pacific Regional Office Building Return Procedures, which govern the procedures and protocol that takes place at the […]
ORDER JO 1050.22A: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR THE AIR TRAFFIC ORGANIZATION
On October 14, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding Order JO 1050.22A: Environmental Management System for the Air Traffic Organization (ATO). This Order revises a previous version published in August 2009. The revisions establish roles and […]
AIR-800 MIO CONSOLIDATION
On October 16, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intent to consolidate the Manufacturing Inspection Office (MIO) Branches within the Aircraft Certification (AIR) System Oversight Division (AIR-800). There are currently four MIO Branches comprised of […]
COVID-19 WJHTC LABORATORY ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
On October 22, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its management guidance for laboratory access at the William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC) during the Agency’s COVID-19 Phases 1, 2, and 3. During the phased reopening, […]
EMP-11.6: GUIDANCE ON TEMPORARY DUTY TRAVEL DURING A PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY
On October 28, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding implementation of EMS-11.6: Guidance on Temporary Duty Travel During a Public Health Emergency and associated Reference Materials. Although this new policy chapter was developed during the current […]
EMP-1.14: PERMANENT INTERNAL ASSIGNMENTS
On October 29, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding revisions to EMP-1.14: Permanent Internal Assignments. The revisions incorporate provisions from various Human Resources Operating Instructions (HROIs) and Human Resources Policy Manual (HRPM) Compensation chapters. Among other […]
NATCA News Alert: NATCA & FAA MOU Concerning New Voluntary Leave Bank Program
Dear Brothers and Sisters, On Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020, NATCA and the FAA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning the creation, implementation, and administration of a new Voluntary Leave Bank (VLB) Program. The VLB Program offers an […]
SURVEYS: Oct. 1-16, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Change Management Practitioners Questionnaire. Please see attached Word document. NATCA recommends participation in the FAA Academy Evaluation System Surveys. Please see attached PDFs. If you have any questions regarding these surveys, […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Oct. 1-5, 2020
On October 5, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on FAA Order 7930.2, NOTAM Policy Order DCP Changes. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Senior Labor Relations Representative Melinda […]
OCR #2020-0032 – AIR-600 REFINEMENT BRIEFING
On October 6, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its plans to reorganize the Policy and Innovation Division (AIR-600) in order to complete the alignment of policy-related functions and resources into a single division. This will […]
SURVEYS: Sept. 21 – 30, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the FAA Aviation English Language Proficiency (AELP) Survey. Please see attached PDF. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Kendal Manson, Senior Labor Relations Administrator, at [email protected].
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Sept. 16 – 25, 2020
On September 25, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on Changes to the Handling of Aeronautical Studies in Airports Division (ARP). We are currently in the process of scheduling this briefing. POCs: Senior Labor Relations Representative Melinda […]
FAA ACADEMY RESTART
On July 14, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding reopening the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC) for mission-critical training. The Agency explained the special procedures implemented to protect the health and safety of individuals working and […]
TECHNICAL OPERATIONS SERVICES DISTRICT OPTIMIZATION
On September 16, 2020, the Agency provided NATCA a follow-up briefing regarding its intent to align Technical Operations Services (AJW) with the airspace boundaries of the Air Route Traffic Control Centers through a process called District […]
UPDATED – AJT JATS AND COVER SHEETS
On September 15, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding updates to the Position Documents for 2152-series positions within Air Traffic Services (AJT). The Position Documents are comprised of a Cover Sheet and a Job Analysis Tool […]
FAA ORDER JO 3900.64A AIR TRAFFIC ORGANIZATION (ATO) ELECTRICAL SAFETY PROGRAM
On September 25, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding FAA Order JO 3900.64A Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Electrical Safety Program. This Order revises a previous version published in 2013. The revisions reflect current consensus standards and […]
FAA ORDER IT 1100.171A OFFICE OF INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY (AIT) ORGANIZATION
On September 22, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding FAA Order IT 1100.171A Office of Information and Technology (AIT) Organization. This Order revises a previous version published in 2018. The revisions document changes that have occurred […]
CHILD CARE SUBSIDY INCREASE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
On September 24, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning the Agency’s Child Care Subsidy Program. The MOU increases the total family income amounts under which the Agency will subsidize child […]
COVID-19 – WJHTC BROADCAST MESSAGE – EXISTING PROCESS REGARDING PROPERTY REMOVAL FOR TELEWORK BRIEFING
On Wednesday, September 16, 2020, the Agency provided NATCA with notice of its intention to revise WJHTC Order NG 4600.7E, Removal of Property from the William J. Hughes Technical Center, which authorizes bargaining unit employees (BUEs) […]
Child Care Subsidy Increase MOU Signed
On Sept. 24, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning the Agency’s Child Care Subsidy Program. The MOU increases the total family income amounts under which the Agency will subsidize child care […]
SURVEYS: Aug. 28 – Sept. 18, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the 2020 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Kendal Manson, Senior Labor Relations Administrator at [email protected]. NATCA recommends participation in the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). However, we recommend […]
PAYROLL TAX DEFERRAL BRIEFING
On September 9, 2020, the FAA briefed NATCA on the August 8, 2020 Presidential Memorandum on Deferring Payroll Tax Obligations in Light of the Ongoing COVID-19 Disaster. The Memo directs the US Secretary of the Treasury to use his […]
NEW ENGLAND REGIONAL OFFICE: PHASE 2, RETURN TO WORK BRIEFING
On September 8, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA on its plans to implement and to disseminate ANE RO Workplace Procedures, which govern the procedures and protocol that take place at the Agency’s New England regional office […]
FINGERPRINTING FOR MODERATE RISK SECURITY INVESTIGATIONS MOU
On September 2, 2020 NATCA and the FAA signed an MOU regarding background investigation fingerprinting for reinvestigation of Moderate Risk employees. Under the MOU, all fingerprinting activities will occur on duty time as close to the […]
ARP REALIGNMENT
On September 1, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intent to realign the organizational structure in its Airports Division (ARP). The realignment consists of renaming/renumbering organizations to ensure consistency; establishing new organizations to reflect current […]
ORDER 8000.90C AOV CREDENTIALING AND CTO CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
On August 31, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding revisions in Order 8000.90C Air Traffic Safety Oversight Credentialing and Control Tower Operator Certification Programs. Order 8000.90C specifies procedures for Control Tower Operator (CTO) certificates as well […]
COVID-19 MANAGER GUIDANCE – HIGHER RISK EMPLOYEES NOT ELIGIBLE TO TELEWORK BRIEFING
On September 10, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intention to implement a memorandum entitled COVID-19 Manager Guidance for Higher Risk Employees Not Eligible to Telework. This memorandum serves to provide managerial guidance to determine […]
NATCA News Alert: Paid Parental Leave
Dear Brothers and Sisters, On Sept. 3, 2020, NATCA and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that implements Paid Parental Leave (PPL) for NATCA bargaining unit employees (BUEs). Some of the pertinent provisions […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: August 14-26, 2020
On August 26, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the AJT Pay Plan Cover Sheets and JATs Updated. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Grant […]
SURVEYS: August 10 – 27, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Gallop Q12 Survey for the Region X ABP Bargaining Unit. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Kendal Manson, Senior Labor Relations Administrator, at [email protected].
EMP-1.25 STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM
On August 18, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding revisions to EMP-1.25 Student Loan Repayment Program and the associated Reference Materials. The Federal Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) allows agencies to repay federally insured student loans, […]
WLB-12.8 NURSING MOTHERS PROGRAM
On August 17, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding revisions to WLB-12.8 FAA Nursing Mothers Program. Most importantly, the revision removes language suggesting that the duration of a lactation break should be limited to 15–30 minutes. […]
REVISED GATING CRITERIA BRIEFING
On August 19, 2020, the FAA briefed NATCA regarding the Agency’s revision of its gating criteria, and the metrics it uses to analyze COVID-19 related information and to make determinations regarding the movement through the phases […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: Aug. 5 – 12, 2020
On August 12, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the Decommissioning of O365 Skype for Business and Deployment of Teams. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: July 15 – Aug. 4, 2020
On August 4, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on Change 1 and Change 2 to FAA Order JO 7110.65Y – Air Traffic Control. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. […]
SURVEYS: June 29 – Aug. 7, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the DOT Mission Critical Occupations (MCOs) Assessment Project for the Region X Bargaining Unit NATCA recommends participation in the Human Resource Case Management (HRCM) Survey. Please be aware that this survey is […]
EMP-1.37 AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST HIRING
On July 28, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding revisions to EMP-1.37 Air Traffic Control Specialist Hiring. EMP-1.37 outlines the Agency’s policies for recruiting, assessing, and selecting candidates for ATCS positions. The latest version specifies that […]
NATCA NEGOTIATES INTERIM AGREEMENT AT AEX
NATCA has finalized an interim collective bargaining agreement with the Department of Defense, Alexandria Air Traffic Control Tower (AEX), Louisiana Air National Guard, Department of the Air Force, Air National Guard Unit 259th ATCS, Alexandria, LA. The Interim Agreement […]
HRPM LWS-8.20 PAID PARENTAL LEAVE LANGUAGE BRIEFING
On Tuesday, July 28, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA on its plans to implement HRPM 8.20, which contains language and provisions intended to administer the new paid leave category for Paid Parental Leave (PPL). For instance, […]
DOMESTIC TRAVEL POLICY
On July 16, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding requirements for domestic travel during the phased return to the workplace due to COVID-19. Under the phased return to the workplace, the Agency will approve overnight domestic […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: June 29 – July 14, 2020
On July 8, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on Zoom Video Conferencing – Recording Option Activation. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Suzanne DeFelice, Senior […]
UPGRADE FROM NOP TO NOP 2.0
On June 16, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding intended upgrades to the National Offload Program (NOP). The NOP system maintains data used by numerous applications in support of the National Airspace System (NAS). The NOP […]
RETURN TO WORKPLACE TOOLKIT BRIEFING
On July 1, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA on its plans to implement a Return to Workplace Toolkit, which serves to outline high-level activities that should be taken to prepare the facility and workforce to return […]
FAA HUMAN RESOURCES GUIDANCE, A FRAMEWORK FOR RETURN TO NORMAL OPERATIONS BRIEFING
On July 7, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its plans to implement FAA Human Resources Guidance, A Framework for Return to Normal Operations, Manager’s Human Resources Guide. The Guide itself is intended to instruct managers […]
RETURN TO WORK BRIEFING: GATING CRITERIA
On Tuesday, July 7, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding the gating criteria and the data that the Agency uses to analyze COVID-19 related information, and to strategically decide when the next return to work phase […]
RETURN TO WORK BRIEFING: FAA ROAD TO RECOVERY PLANS, PHASE 1 & 2 (ARP) AND RESUMPTION OF ON-SITE SAFETY INSPECTIONS DURING COVID 19 PANDEMIC
On Friday, June 26, 2020, NATCA was provided notice by the Agency of its plans to move forward regarding the FAA Road to Recovery Plans, Phase 1 and 2 for the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), the […]
AIR-700 REFINEMENT PHASE 1A MOU
On June 17, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning the Aircraft Certification (AIR) Compliance and Airworthiness Division (AIR-700) Refinement Plans for AIR-732 and AIR-734 (AIR-700 Refinement Phase 1A). Bargaining Unit […]
SURVEYS: June 15 – 24, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the International Engagement Awareness Survey for the bargaining unit employees in the Region X AVS bargaining unit. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: June 15 – 24, 2020
On June 24, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the FAA’s Plan to Promulgate Guidance on Annual Leave and Other Paid Time Off. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. […]
SURVEYS: June 1 – 11, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the AJW COVID-19 Employee Survey. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal Manson at [email protected].
BRIEFING REQUESTS: June 3 – 11, 2020
On June 11, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the Planning and Requirements Group Structural Realignment. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Senior Labor Relations Administrator Kendal Manson, […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: May 22 – June 2, 2020
On June 2, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on FAA order 6750.34E Change 3, Instrument Landing System and Ancillary Electronic Component Configuration and Performance Requirements. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to […]
PM-9.2 RECOGNIZING EMPLOYEES MOU
On June 1, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning HRPM PM-9.2 Recognizing Employees. The MOU provides that bargaining unit employees (BUEs) who choose to recognize their peers will have access […]
PROGRAM FOR EMERGING LEADERS AND ARTICLE 44 OF THE 2016 CBA
On May 21, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its Program for Emerging Leaders (PEL), specifically how it interacts with Article 44 of the 2016 collective bargaining agreement (CBA) regarding temporary assignments away from the facility. […]
CONTINUED AIR-700 REFINEMENT PLANS – AIR-720 AND AIR-730 (STAFFING OF AIR 732), 5/22/2020
On or about May 12, 2020, the Agency informed NATCA that it intended to move forward with staffing the General Aviation and Rotorcraft Section (AIR-732). This is the second phase in the Agency’s objective to, in […]
HRPM PB 115, PAID LEAVE UNDER THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT (FFCRA) BRIEFING (Includes MOU and quick reference links)
On April 17, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to immediately implement the Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM) Policy Bulletin 115, Paid Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which […]
SOP – REQUESTING AND TRACKING BUESME AND PROGRAM OVERTIME BRIEFING, 4/17/2020
On April 6, 2020, NATCA became aware of a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) enacted by the Agency, which made revisions to the process of requesting and tracking Bargaining Unit Representatives (BUR) and Subject Matter Experts (SME) […]
SURVEYS: MAY 4 – 29, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Automated Inventory Tracking System (AITS) Survey for the Region X ACQ bargaining unit. NATCA recommends participation in the Real Estate Management System (REMs) Survey for the Region X ACQ bargaining unit. […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: MAY 4 – 18, 2020
On May 18, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on FAA Order 8260.26.G, Establishing Submission Cutoff Dates for Civil Instrument Flight Procedures. We are currently in the process of scheduling this briefing. POCs: Labor Relations Staff Representative […]
PASS/FAIL MID-CYCLE REVIEW DUE DATE EXTENSION
On May 15, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its extension of the pass/fail mid-cycle review due date from April 30 to May 31, 2020. The extension is due to issues that have arisen as a […]
EMP-1.27 FURLOUGH MOU
On May 15, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning HRPM EMP-1.27 Furlough, EMP-1.27a Shutdown Furlough, EMP-1.27b Discretionary Furlough, EMP-1.27c Weather (Emergency) Furlough, and related HRPM Reference Materials. The MOU supplements […]
TEMPORARY EXCEPTION TO AIRCRAFT CERTIFICATION SERVICE POLICY REGARDING VOLUNTARY USE OF N95 FILTERING FACEPIECE RESPIRATORS
On May 15, 2020, the FAA briefed on the Aircraft Certification Service (AIR) organization’s plan to temporarily lift the ban on the voluntary use of N95 filtering facepiece respirators (“N95 masks”). AIR currently has policies in […]
PHASED EXPANSION OF EOC TO 24X7 OPERATIONS & CENTRALIZATION OF CERTAIN FUNCTIONS – LEESBURG, VA
On April 13, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to expand the Enterprise Operations Center (EOC), AIF-10 (under AIT) from its current daytime weekday operation to a 24×7 operation, and to centralize […]
HRPM PB 115, PAID LEAVE UNDER THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT (FFCRA) BRIEFING
On April 17, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to immediately implement the Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM) Policy Bulletin 115, Paid Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: APRIL 24 – MAY 18, 2020
PRE-3.11 NIGHT DIFFERENTIAL
On April 30, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding the establishment of PRE-3.11 Night Differential. PRE-3.11 replaces and cancels portions of: (1) FAA Order 3550.10 Pay Administration Chapter 2: Premium Pay; and (2) Personnel Reform Implementation […]
TFMS DSP ENHANCEMENTS
On April 20, 2020, the FAA briefed NATCA on additional enhancements to the Departure Spacing Program (DSP), which is currently deployed to manage departure fix constraints at the New York area Airport Traffic Control Towers (ATCTs), […]
FAA BRIEFING ON FAVES ZOOM FOR GOVERNMENT
On March 19, 2020, the Agency provided notice about the upcoming release of FAVES Zoom for Government, a video conferencing option in FAVES. NATCA requested a briefing, which was held on March 26, 2020. At the briefing, […]
AIR-700 REFINEMENT PLANS FOR AIR-720 AND AIR-730
On January 29, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intent to partially refine the Aircraft Certification (AIR) Compliance and Airworthiness Division (AIR-700) by renaming two branches, establishing sections and units within those branches, and staffing […]
AIR-700 REFINEMENT PLANS FOR AIR-720 AND AIR-730 MOU
On March 13, 2020, NATCA and the Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning the Aircraft Certification (AIR) Compliance and Airworthiness Division (AIR-700) Refinement Plans for AIR-720 and AIR-730 (AIR-700 Refinement). Bargaining Unit Status (BUS) […]
TECHNICAL OPERATIONS SERVICES DISTRICT OPTIMIZATION
On February 12, 2020, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intent to align Technical Operations Services (AJW) with the airspace boundaries of the Air Route Traffic Control Centers through a process called District Optimization. This realignment […]
ADMS BRIEFING
On Friday, March 3, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to make changes to the Airport Document Management System (ADMS), which was formerly named the ARP Electronic Document Management System (ARP eDMS). […]
FAA ORDER 3750.7B BRIEFING
On March 4, 2020, the Agency provided NATCA with a briefing about FAA Order 3750.7B – Ethical Conduct and Financial Disclosure, which made minor revisions to FAA Order 3750.7A. The new order sets forth the procedures and […]
AFM-300 BRIEFING
On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to initiate organizational changes within the Property Accounting and Reporting Division (AFM-300). The changes are to the Agency’s internal organizational structure, and […]
HRPM PB 115, Paid Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Briefing
On April 17, 2020, the FAA notified NATCA of its plans to immediately implement the Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM) Policy Bulletin 115, Paid Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which provides an […]
NATCA PREVAILS IN DISCIPLINARY GRIEVANCE ARBITRATION CASE FROM NWM
NATCA recently prevailed in an arbitration case disputing a five-day suspension arising out of NATCA’s Northwest Mountain Region. The arbitration involved argument surrounding Articles 19 and 29 of the CBA, regarding Hazardous Weather and Excused Absences. Arbitrator Timothy […]
NATCA PREVAILS IN FLRA APPEAL DECISION REGARDING NOTIFICATION TO NATCA THAT SUBSTANCE TESTERS ARE IN THE BUILDING
On April 16, 2020, the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) issued a decision in NATCA’s favor regarding the Agency’s obligation to notify NATCA that substance testers are in the building. On October 11, 2018, at the M98 […]
FAA BRIEFING ON JO 7200.25, JATOC
On March 9, 2020, the Agency provided notice of its intent to implement JO 7200.25, Joint Air Traffic Operations Command (JATOC). The Agency wrote that JATOC was established by the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) to integrate […]
FAA BRIEFING ON JO 1900.47F
During the briefing regarding FAA Order 7200.25, Joint Air Traffic Operations Command (JATOC) on March 30, 2020, NATCA became aware of changes that the Agency intends to make to Air Traffic Control Operational Contingency Plans (JO 1900.47F). NATCA […]
AFM-3 BRIEFING
On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, NATCA was informed by the Agency of its plans to initiate organizational changes within the Property Accounting and Reporting Division (AFM-300). The changes are to the Agency’s internal organizational structure and […]
PB #112, TELEWORK FLEXIBILITIES IN RESPONSE TO NOVEL COVID-19 PANDEMIC
On Wednesday, March 25, 2020, the Agency provided NATCA with a briefing regarding its plans to approve Policy Bulletin PB #112, Telework Flexibilities in Response to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic. The Agency indicated that the purpose […]
BRIEFING REQUESTS: April 1-15, 2020
On April 15, 2020, NATCA requested a briefing on the Human Resource Policy Manual (HRPM) PRE-3.11 – Night Differential. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Chief of Staff […]
SURVEYS: Feb. 10 – May 1, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the ACQ 2020 Customer Survey (AAP-700) for Region X. NATCA recommends participation in the ANG Safety Office Survey for the Region X BUEs working at the William J Hughes Technical Center in […]
SURVEYS: Dec 30 – Feb 3, 2020
NATCA recommends participation in the Converging Runway Operations (CRO) Pre- Site Review. NATCA also recommends participation in the En Route Automation Modernization System Data Communications Human Factors Risk Survey (ERAM CPDLC). NATCA recommends participation in the […]
Briefing Requests: Dec. 30-Feb 3, 2020
On Jan. 15, NATCA requested a briefing on the AIR-700 Refinement Plans for AIR-720 and AIR-730. This briefing occurred Jan. 29. POCs: Labor Relations Attorney Grant Mulkey, Labor Relations Attorney May Silverstein, Labor Relations Coordinator Kendal […]
AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES (AJT) FIELD STRUCTURE EVOLUTION
On Jan. 13, the Agency briefed NATCA regarding its intent to expand the current district framework for Air Traffic Services (AJT). The current framework is composed of Air Route Traffic Control Centers and the terminal facilities […]
VOLUNTARY LEAVE BANK (VLB) AND CASTLE BRIEFING
On Jan. 21, the Agency provided NATCA with a briefing and a demonstration of the CASTLE program, which the Agency has proposed to use to manage applications to the Voluntary Leave Bank (VLB). The objective of […]
For Slate Book Members: MOU Between NATCA and FAA Will Enable Members to Get Email Confirmations of ERR Submissions
As a result of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) between NATCA and the FAA that was signed on Jan. 29, the Agency will now provide electronic acknowledgment of FAA Form 3330-42 Part IV and Part V […]
SURVEY: AVS Safety Culture Survey
NATCA recommends participation in the AVS Safety Culture Survey for those in the AVS bargaining unit. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please email Labor Relations Coordinator Kendal Manson at [email protected].
Briefing Requests: Nov. 18 – Dec. 22, 2019
On Dec. 12, NATCA requested a briefing on the Emergency Autoland (EAL) Initial Turns Procedure. We are currently waiting for a response from the Agency to our request. POCs: Labor Relations Staff Representative Melinda Kim, Labor […]
FAA BRIEFING ON ORACLE PRIMAVERA P6 SCHEDULE APPLICATION PILOT PROGRAM
On Oct. 21, the Agency sent notification that it intended to launch the Oracle Primavera P6 Schedule Application Pilot Program. NATCA requested a briefing, which was held on Dec. 2. The program, known as CWP Primavera, […]
FAA BRIEFING ON NEW EMPLOYEE ID VERIFICATION PROCEDURES RELATED TO BOC
On Nov. 14, the Agency sent notification that as of Jan. 2, the Benefits Operations Center (BOC) will be asking FAA employees who call for assistance to authenticate their identity by providing the last four digits […]
