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There are only a few days left to enroll in Unum! The 2024 open season ends on Dec. 20. This benefit is exclusive to NATCA members and has been specially negotiated to provide comprehensive coverage tailored to your […]
From Jake Detwiler, NATCA New England ARVP NATCA just wrapped up its biennial Activism and Training Expo in Las Vegas this week. This event is a great opportunity to dip your toes into a variety of […]
NCEPT ATX 2024 Presentation
NCEPT November 20, 2024 Panel Rules
Nate Pair is the National Navigation Article 114 Representative. Background: The Navigation Representative works closely with Agency Program Managers in three key areas: Ground Based Navigation, Satellite Navigation, and Visual Guidance Lighting Systems. Ground-based Navigation’s primary focus is […]
Jen McCoy is the National Procedures Article 114 Representative. Background The NATCA procedures representative works collaboratively with the Mission Support Services Policy Directorate (AJV-P), developing, implementing, amending, and interpreting air traffic policies and regulations contained in […]
George Herbert is the National ERAM CHI Article 114 Co-Lead Background: The primary purpose of the CHI Team is to lead the development and documentation of operationally suitable CHI products in the En-Route environment. The team […]
Zebulon Snyder is the National DIP Article 114 Representative. Background: The overall goal of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) DIP, as part of the Air Traffic Management (ATM-X) project, is to accelerate the transformation […]
Joey Tinsley (ZTL) is the National 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 […]
Joel Hays, Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW), is the National Performance Based Navigation Article 114 Co-Lead for the Central Service Area Operations Support Group. PBN Co-Lead Background: Performance Based Navigation Co-Leads oversee designing, developing, and implementing […]
Matt Trimble is the National AIS Article 114 Representative. Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) System Updates: The agency has stopped working on replacing the legacy United States NOTAM System (USNS) with the Federal NOTAM System (FNS) […]
Bennie Hutto (PCT) is the National PBN Criteria Article 114 Representative to ATO Enterprise & Strategy Planning (AJV-S) and Rules and Regulation (AJV-P2). Monthly Report: We have been discussing Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP) Airspace/Area Charting with […]
Will Hutson is the National UAM Article 114 Representative Background: UAM is an initiative that supports the movement of passengers and cargo within urban environments by utilizing revolutionary new aircraft. The initiative will be composed of […]
Paul Behan (ZJX) is the National Commercial Space Integration Article 114 Representative. Background: Historically, space launch and reentry operations in the National Airspace System (NAS) occurred infrequently and were segregated from other operations by containing them […]
Adam Searcy, Washington Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZDC), is the National Air Traffic Services (AJT) IFP Representative and PBN Article 114 Co-Lead for the Eastern Service Area (ESA) North Operations Support Group (OSG). Background: PBN […]
Eric Johnson, Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW), is the OSG Modernization Article 114 Representative for the Central Service Area. OSG Modernization Representative Background: The OSG NATCA representative is responsible for the execution of airspace actions, Instrument Flight […]
Jeff Plendl, Los Angeles Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZLA), is the National IFP Article 114 Representative and PBN Co-Lead for the WSA. Background: The PBN Co-Lead oversees the design, development, and implementation of single-site PBN procedures and/or […]
Ross Costa is the National TFDM Article 114 Representative. Background: TFDM will provide improvements to flight data coordination and management for Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) users, as well as enhanced surface traffic flow management capabilities. […]
Jason Rose is the National TAMR Article 114 Representative Background: 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 […]
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 […]
Lee Moore (I90) is the National Terminal CHI Article 114 RepresentativeBackground: The workgroup will address Terminal CHI requirements originating from Terminal Next Generation Air Transportation System (NEXTGEN) programs and improve Terminal CHI products in the National […]
Matt Gammon (ZID) is the National FMDS Article 114 Representative. Background: Flow Management and Data Services is a planned system of tools that will manage demand and National Airspace (NAS) capacity. The initial concept of FMDS […]
Luke Miller (I90) is the National Wake Turbulence Article 114 Representative. Background: The Wake Turbulence Representative participates in regular Wake Workgroup and Wake Incident Team meetings, providing Wake Turbulence expertise for various programs and initiatives. Consolidated […]
Tameka Velasquez (ZTL) is the National TBFM Article 114 Representative. Background: Time Based Flow Management is a system of tools used to manage flows of traffic based on time to maximize efficiency. There are several technologies […]
NATCA Family As we approach the final weeks of the year, there is yet another risk of a shutdown for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) due to a potential government-wide lapse in appropriations, which funds the […]
The Professional Standards (PS) Committee held a 3-day training at Albuquerque Center (ZAB) from Oct. 22-24. The course was led by instructors Lydia Baune (Spokane ATCT, GEG), Patrick Carter (Dallas-Fort Worth TRACON, D10), and Chris Keyes […]
Member Update Nick Daniels PAC Speech
Member Update Jamaal Haltom Calls for an Increased Commitment to Training
NATCA members at the NATCA Activism and Training Expo (ATX) 2024 came together each day in regional breakout sessions to connect with other members from their respective regions. These discussions provided a space to reflect on […]
NATCA members explored the benefits and resources available through outheir Union during NATCA’s Activism and Training Expo (ATX) 2024. Classes covered retirement planning, work-life balance programs, and family support resources, helping members make the most of […]
The safety of the National Airspace System (NAS) is at the core of NATCA’s mission. At NATCA’s Activism and Training Expo (ATX) 2024, classes focused on NATCA’s safety efforts, from local reporting and facility-level improvements to […]
NATCA President Nick Daniels delivered a powerful message to attendees to open the third day of the Activism and Training Expo (ATX) in Las Vegas, emphasizing the importance of legislative activism through our Union’s Political Action […]
National Training Representative Jamaal Haltom delivered an impassioned speech this morning during the opening general session of the third day at NATCA’s biennial Activism and Training Expo (ATX) at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Haltom focused […]
NATCA President Nick Daniels delivered a powerful message Tuesday morning, opening the second day of NATCA’s biennial Activism and Training Expo (ATX) at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Speaking to a packed general session, Daniels highlighted […]
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NATCA Update Dec 9 2024
Member Update Path Forward Dec 9 2024
Dear NATCA Family, We are writing to inform you that voting is open on the Tentative Successor Agreement to the Light Blue and Purple Books. Ratification voting will be opened this morning at 9 a.m. Eastern […]
Registration for NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention is now open. Register today and plan to be at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco from May 9-11, 2025, with the opening ceremony taking place on the evening of […]
NATCA members, open season for Unum long-term disability insurance has been extended until Dec. 20. This benefit is exclusive to NATCA members and has been specially negotiated to provide comprehensive coverage tailored to your needs as […]
NATCA members have arrived at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas for the 2nd Biennial Activism and Training Expo (ATX). We’re thrilled to provide attendees with an unparalleled educational and networking experience, designed to empower you with […]
NATCA President Nick Daniels opened the second biennial Activism and Training Expo (ATX) this morning, addressing a packed general session at Caesars Palace. His message was clear: transparency, integrity, and solidarity are the keys to building […]
The December 2024 NATCA Central Region update is now available. In this issue:
All members are invited and encouraged to attend the 5th Annual NNM Wellness Telcon with RVP Steph Winder, CISM Member Sam Navarro and EAP Chair Martin Ramirez on 12/19 at 13MT/12PT. Check your emails for the […]
NEB Summary Report 2024 – RNAV In accordance with the RETIRED NATCA ACTIVE VOLUNTEERS (RNAV) AUXILIARY CHARTER (8/09), which states…. “Once per year, provide the National Executive Board a written report summarizing the activities of the RNAV […]
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2024 Successor agreement TAU Articles
OJTI Premium Increase + Sim FINAL 120624
NATCA Update Dec 6 2024
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 […]
Preparations are underway for NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention to be held at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco on May 9-11, 2025. In November, the Convention planning committee met with NATCA President Nick Daniels. Committee members […]
The parties at the national level have reached agreement to extend and expand the temporary on-the-job-training instruction (OJTI) pay Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that would have otherwise expired on Jan. 11, 2025. The new agreement changes the amount […]
NATCA is requesting six (6 – 2 Tower, 2 TRACON, and 2 En Route) volunteers to participate in the E-IDS Formal Operational Test (OT) Event, a series of activities taking place for a total of 5 weeks. […]
If you requested a NATCA Calendar before the deadline on Nov. 8, your calendar has been mailed through the USPS to your preferred address listed in MyNATCA. The calendars should be arriving shortly. Please allow up […]
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NATCA Update Dec 4 2024
Member Update NRX CBA Update 91024
Fatigue MOU 82124
NATCA Member Update Changes to SkyOne Business Checking Accounts
Fatigue MOU 72224
Updated COVID Protocol MOU 82624
Thanksgiving NEB Message
Temporary OJTI Premium Extension MOU 82224
REMINDER 3 ATX Invitation to NATCA Presenters and Exhibitors
News Update July 3 2024 Region X And Staff Support Specialists CBA Update
NATCA Member Update NATCA Election 2024 Information (1)
NATCA Member Update Major Changes to the FAA Mental Health Cardiac and Vision (1)
NATCA Member Update Length of Service Pay Increase
NATCA Member Update Changes to SkyOne Business Checking Accounts
NATCA BWS AL Webinar Invite 2
Member Update Reminder to Sign up for ATX
Member Update PPL Military MOU
Member Update Path Forward Nov. 16 2024
Member Update NRX CBA Update 91024
Member Update New Hatch Act Guidance (1)
Member Update Midwest FCT Wage Increases
Member Update FAA Order Air Traffic Training – Aug 30 2024
Member Update 2024 Election Results (1)
From the Desk of President Rich Santa Hurricane Helena Response Member Telcon
From the Desk of President Rich Santa Hurricane Helena Response Member Telcon (1)
From the Desk of President Rich Santa Farewell Message
From the Desk of President Rich Santa CFS and NVT Webinar
Fatigue MOU 82124
Pregnancy Fairness Message
From Steve Brown, NATCA New England Regional ARVP Critical Incident Stress Management From Jennifer Dickinson, NATCA CISM Coordinator, BOS Happy Holidays! One of the things that I have been so thankful for after many years in […]
National Onboarding Committee Meeting Minutes – 10-22-2024 – In-Person – AFL-CIO
NATCA Update Nov 28 2024
NATCA Update Nov 26 2024
NATCA Update Nov 22 2024
NATCA Update Nov 20 2024
NATCA Update Nov 18 2024
NATCA Update Nov 15 2024
NATCA Update Nov 13 2024
The NATCA Academy is an integral part of our Union’s continued investment in our Union and our future, empowering members with the necessary tools and knowledge to excel as leaders and professionals. The NATCA Academy offers […]
From Kevin Curtiss, NATCA New England Regional Vice President Hello NATCA New England, Before I discuss some of the recent things since the last time I’ve talked, I did want to address some of the comments […]
241009 NSTLC October Meeting Minutes (Website Version)
240925 NSTLC September Meeting Minutes (Website Version)
2024 OSHA Committee Meeting Minutes
RNAV Committee Zoom Mtg Monday November 25th @ 3pm Eastern Agenda: Attendees:Chair – Tom ThompsonMargaret SummersCraig SmithNoel KingstonRosa SeraiGreg Harris – RNAV membership count – Total: 3657 – Number receiving emails: 3679 – Facebook […]
Professional Standards Class November 2024
All members are invited and encouraged to attend the first monthly all-members call with RVP Steph Winder and NNM Leadership on Monday, 11/25 at 11MT/10PT. Check your emails for the link! Open enrollment for NATCA long-term […]
Professional Standards Class ZAB October 2024
NATCA is requesting one (1) volunteer to serve as the Air Safety Investigations (ASI) Committee Tower Mentee. The ASI Committee serves as NATCA’s Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) during NTSB […]
Expense Coverage for NATCA Academy Classes and Events 06.26.24
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NATCA is requesting one (1) volunteer to serve as the full time (80 hours per pay period) Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP) Criteria Article 114 Representative. The FAA and NATCA recognize the importance for the safe […]
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 […]
NATCA hosted its latest Advanced Legislative Activism Training (ALAT) session from Oct. 2-4, at the National Office in Washington. The training was led by National Legislative Committee (NLC) Vice Chair Allison Schwaegel (St. Louis ATCT, STL) […]
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 […]
The National Aeronautics Association (NAA) recently named former NATCA Executive Vice President Trish Gilbert as one of its 2024 Wesley L. McDonald Distinguished Stateswomen of Aviation. Gilbert and the other awardees were honored in a ceremony […]
NATCA was proud to be an exhibitor and sponsor for ATCA Connect 2024. This conference provided an opportunity for NATCA staff and leadership, including President Nick Daniels, to network with government leaders and industry stakeholders, ensuring […]
During Communicating For Safety, NATCA announced that our Union was honoring U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell of Washington with our James Oberstar Sentinel of Safety Award. On Nov. 13, NATCA President Nick Daniels met with Sen. Cantwell […]
On Nov. 7, at the start of the AFL-CIO Executive Council meeting, the governing body of the labor movement between conventions, AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler nominated NATCA President Nick Daniels to the Executive Council as a […]
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Preparations are underway for NATCA’s 20th Biennial Convention to be held at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco on May 9-11, 2025. The deadline for submitting proposed amendments and resolutions for the upcoming Convention is 11:59 […]
John T. Lenhart (ZOA) is the Article 114 Representative for Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP). ATOP Program Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g., vertical movement) and provides alerts to […]
Adonna Prior (LAS) is the National TEAM Article 114 Representative. Background: The NATCA TEAM Program SMEs worked with management TEAM program SMEs, 2400, and Volanno (TEAM’s developer) during the national and post-rollout phases. Their collaboration focused […]
Aaron Katz (P50) is the current National Human Performance Rep. Background: The Human Performance Representative is the NATCA liaison to AJI 3420, the FAA Human Performance office. The office is comprised of a group manager and […]
From Jake Detwiler, NATCA New England ARVP Hello NATCA New England. For all of the NATCA and NATCA family Veterans, thank you for your service. Most NNE facilities are completing bidding their 2025 Basic Watch Schedules […]
NATCA members at Harrisburg International ATCT (MDT) are proud to support the annual Operation Turkey Drop. What started as a lighthearted joke has grown into a powerful way to give back to the community, raising funds […]
The FAA Child Care Subsidy has a new program vendor, Cherokee Nation Federal Consulting (CNFC), and a dedicated website for FAA employees. Is your Total Family Income under $100K/year? CNFC is ready to work with eligible […]
NATCA completed another successful Secretary Treasurer Training (STT) class from Oct. 9-10, in Las Vegas. Led by instructors Dontae Siders (Dallas Love ATCT, DAL) and Chris Keyes (Washington Center, ZDC), the training brought together members from […]
CPR AED Training Info Sheet-3
The 40th Annual IFATCA Americas Regional Meeting, hosted by the Trinidad and Tobago Air Traffic Controllers’ Association (TTATCA) from Oct. 15-17 in Port of Spain, Trinidad, brought together a record-breaking 18 IFATCA Member Associations and three […]
You’ve put in the hard work to build a life you’re proud of, but are you protecting it? NATCA has negotiated Unum long-term disability insurance to safeguard your income in case of illness or injury. This […]
NATCA is requesting six (6) volunteer(s) (one (1) committee chair and five (5) committee members) to serve as members of the Retired NATCA Active Volunteers (RNAV) Committee. The RNAV Committee will, by charter, be reconstituted by […]
Steven Brown (PWM) – National IDS-R Article 114 Representative Program Summary:The IDS Replacement program was initially created to replace all the Information Display Systems in the National Airspace System (NAS) with a product called NAS Information […]
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the National Weather Article 114 Representative. Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP) and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, the AWD will also […]
Kevin Wright (D01) is the National Operational Readiness Group (AJR-X) Article 114 Representative. Background: AJR-X is the directorate established to develop, maintain, and exercise contingency planning and readiness. The primary aim of AJR-X is to build […]
Zebulon Snyder is the National DIP Article 114 Representative. Background: The overall goal of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) DIP as part of the Air Traffic Management (ATM-X) project is to accelerate the transformation […]
NATCA Update Nov 4 2024
NATCA Update Nov 11 2024
CORRECTION Member Update FAA Order Air Traffic Training – Aug 30 2024
NCEPT Nov 2024 ERR Demand Sheet
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