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April 15th, 2025 NATCA New England Bi-Monthly Update
ARVP Update From Jake Detwiler, NATCA New England ARVP, ZBW Hello, NATCA New England! Happy Spring! We are just a few weeks away from our Biennial Convention on May 9-11 in San Francisco, CA. The convention […]
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NATCA Members Lead “Ask the Controller” Sessions for COPA University in Florida and California
NATCA members across the country have recently lent their time and expertise to assist with the education and training of pilots through the Cirrus Owners and Pilots Association (COPA) University CPPP training. The program provides recurrent […]
Region X Commitment to Safety Award Nominations Due May 15
We are accepting nominations for the 2024 Region X Commitment to Safety award through May 15. The Region X Commitment to Safety Award is given annually to a Region X member or team who has shown […]
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NATCA Update April 14 2025
NATCA Update April 14 2025
NATCA Update April 10 2025
NATCA Update April 10 2025
Member Update April 13 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update April 13 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update April 12 2025 NATCA Seeks to Protect Federal Employee Benefits
Member Update April 12 2025 NATCA Seeks to Protect Federal Employee Benefits
Member Update April 11 2025 DoD Executive Order
Member Update April 11 2025 DoD Executive Order
Member Update 4-11-25 Invoice for Dues AIT members
Member Update 4-11-25 Invoice for Dues AIT members
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Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM): Frequently Asked Questions
The NATCA CISM team is a Union-operated, Agency-supported group designed to help air traffic controllers effectively manage stress they may experience following a critical incident. These peer debriefers are trained in the Mitchell Model. You can […]
NATCA Seeks to Protect Federal Employee Benefits
NATCA Members, Late Thursday, the House passed its budget framework (budget resolution), establishing top-line limits for spending, taxes, deficits, and the public debt. With both the House and Senate now aligned on broad outlines, lawmakers must […]
En Route Information Display System (ERIDS)
Tony Albert (ZAU), Article 114 ERIDS National Representative Background:ERIDS (En Route Information Display System) is a real-time, interactive electronic display system that replaces paper-based sources of information. It provides controllers, supervisors, and traffic management personnel with […]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas (ZLA) is the National Chairperson of NATCA’s OSHA Committee Background The NATCA OSHA Committee assists NATCA representatives and members in identifying, understanding, preventing, and addressing occupational safety and health (OSH) issues. The committee consists […]
Western Service Area (WSA) Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP) Representative
Jeff Plendl, Los Angeles Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZLA), is the National WSA IFP Article 114 Representative. Background:The NATCA AJT IFP Representative serves as the NATCA counterpart to the Service Area Director of Air Traffic […]
NAVAIDS Monitoring Equipment (NME)
Zac Carrigan (MIA) is the National NME Article 114 Representative. Background:There are currently two consolidated control and monitoring systems operating in the National Airspace System (NAS): the Integrated Control and Monitoring System (ICMS) and the Universal […]
Time-Based Flow Management (TBFM)
Tameka Velasquez (ZTL) is the National Time-Based Flow Management (TBFM) Article 114 Representative. Time-Based Flow Management (TBFM) is a system of tools used to manage traffic flows based on time, optimizing efficiency. TBFM includes several technologies, […]
Flow Management and Data Services (FMDS)
Matt Gammon (ZID) is the National FMDS Article 114 Representative. Background:Flow Management and Data Services is a planned system of tools designed to manage demand and National Airspace System (NAS) capacity. The initial concept of FMDS […]
Terminal Computer Human Interaction (CHI)
Lee Moore (I90) is the National Terminal CHI Article 114 Representative. Background: The workgroup will focus on addressing Terminal CHI requirements arising from Terminal Next Generation Air Transportation System (NEXTGEN) programs and enhancing Terminal CHI products […]
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ASI 2025 1st Quarter Meeting Minutes
ASI 2025 1st Quarter Meeting Minutes
March 22-23, 2025 NATCA DRC In Person Meeting mintues
March 22-23, 2025 NATCA DRC In Person Meeting mintues
April 7, 2025 Monthly Meeting Minutes
April 7, 2025 Monthly Meeting Minutes
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Data Comm Air Traffic National Training CADREs (NTCs)
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) is requesting eleven (11) En Route volunteers to serve as the Data Comm Air Traffic National Training CADREs (NTCs). The Data Comm Air Traffic NTCs will function as Data Comm […]
Article 114 Rep. Eric Avila Attends ICAO Meeting
Article 114 National Weather Representative Eric Avila (Houston Center, ZHU) recently represented IFATCA at the ICAO Meteorological – Panel (MET-P) meeting in Montreal, Canada March 3-7, 2025. This was the panel’s sixth meeting, and it included […]
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Congratulations to Our Newest FacReps!
The NATCA Onboarding Committee welcomes and thanks all new NATCA leaders who have recently taken office for their terms as FacReps at their local facilities: Alaskan Region:Thomas Degidio (Juneau ATCT, JNU) Central Region:Clayton Bruening (Manhattan Kan. […]
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Pueblo ATCT Members Represent NATCA at Women in Aviation International Conference
NATCA members Vanessa Daniels (Pueblo ATCT, PUB) and Laura Hinojos (PUB) represented our Union at this year’s Women in Aviation International (WAI) Conference in Denver, Colo. from March 27-29. Daniels and Hinojos had the opportunity to […]
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NATCA Update April 8 2025
NATCA Update April 8 2025
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NEA Legislative Award: Arriana Bocci
NATCA proudly recognizes the 2025 Regional Legislative Award winners, honoring members who have gone above and beyond in their dedication to legislative activism. Each year at NATCA in Washington, the National Legislative Committee (NLC) highlights a […]
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RVP Monthly Update April 2025
Hello NNM NATCA, We had an event-packed March. the EOs that have come out are meant to cause chaos. They’re designed to destroy the foundation unions are built upon. I appreciate members reaching out with their […]
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NATCA Update April 4 2025
NATCA Update April 4 2025
Member Update April 6 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update April 6 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update April 5 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update April 5 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
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Region 10 Member Update | 1 April 2025
Brothers & Sisters of Region 10: The last couple of weeks has been hectic, but very exciting for our Region. NATCA in Washington (NiW) was held the week of March 24th, where over 400 members of […]
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Central Region Update – April 2025
The Central Region Update for April 2025 is now available. In this Issue:
Human Performance Representative
NATCA is requesting one (1) volunteer to serve as the part-time (40 hours per pay period) Human Performance (Article 55) Representative. The Human Performance Representative will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties: […]
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NEA @ NiW
During NATCA in Washington (NiW) 2025, the Eastern Region was strongly represented by 64 members from 21 FAA facilities. They were led by our two NEA Legislative Leads, Dave Romano (New York Center – ZNY) and […]
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NATCA Update March 31 2025
NATCA Update March 31 2025
NATCA Update April 2 2025
NATCA Update April 2 2025
Member Update March 30 – National Update Webinar Reminder (1)
Member Update March 30 – National Update Webinar Reminder (1)
Member Update April 2 2025 Dues Withholding
Member Update April 2 2025 Dues Withholding
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NATCA’s LEAP Class Shapes the Future of Union Leadership
NATCA members gathered in Glen Rose, Texas, from March 10-12 for the latest Leadership Experience Acceleration Project (LEAP) class. This program is designed to develop and strengthen leadership skills that will shape the future of the […]
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ITC Minutes 10 7-8
April 2024 ITC Meeting Notes
April 2024 ITC Meeting Notes
ITC Meeting Minutes – Oct 3 2023
ITC Meeting Minutes – Oct 3 2023
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April 1st, 2025 New England Bi-Monthly Regional Update
From Steve Brown, NATCA New England Regional ARVP Last week, your fellow members took their own leave to do what is arguably the most important thing we do as a labor union—lobby those on Capitol Hill […]
NATCA Hosts Secretary Treasurer Training in Las Vegas
NATCA recently hosted a successful Secretary Treasurer Training (STT) course at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas in February 2025. Lisa Cunningham (Kansas City ATCT, MCI), Devin Carlisto (Seattle Center, ZSE), and Chris Keyes (Washington Center, ZDC) led […]
NATCA Finance Committee Hosts Financial Tracking and Audit Prep Sessions
The National Finance Committee (NFC) is offering one-hour presentations in upcoming months on financial tracking and audit preparation. These sessions provide new local officers with essential financial training, covering recordkeeping, Department of Labor (DOL) and National […]
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Training Enterprise Application & Management (TEAM)
Adonna Prior (LAS) is the National TEAM Article 114 Representative. Background: TEAM is a comprehensive system designed for training documentation, tracking, and reporting. It meets employees’ training management needs, provides robust and accessible reporting, and complies […]
SURVEILLANCE BROADCAST SERVICES (SBS) OFFICE
Brent Luna (ZFW) is the National SBS Office Article 114 Representative. Background:The SBS program was created to manage programs that enable the Air Traffic Control (ATC) system to transition from reliance on radar technology to a […]
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & OCEANIC PROCEDURES (ATOP)
John T. Lenhart (ZOA) is the Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP) Article 114 Representative. ATOP Program Background: The ATOP system processes information consistent with system calculations or expectations (e.g., vertical movement) and provides alerts to […]
Weather (Wx)
Eric Avila (ZHU) is the Article 114 Weather Representative. Background: The Aviation Weather Display (AWD) will consolidate the Weather and Radar Processor (WARP) and Corridor Integrated Weather System (CIWS). In addition, AWD will incorporate new weather […]
Offshore Automation (OA)
Jessica Anaya (ZMA) is the National Offshore Automation Article 114 Representative Background: Offshore Automation Segment 1 is working toward the deployment of Enroute Automation and Modernization (ERAM) at two key Offshore sites, Honolulu Control Facility (HCF) […]
En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM)
Scott Roach (ZME) is the National ERAM Technical Article 114 Representative Background: ERAM is the baseline software used for the 20 CONUS En Route Air Traffic Control Centers. In addition, ERAM supports connections to multiple systems […]
En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM) Computer-Human Interface (CHI)
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 […]
Tower Data Link Services (TDLS)
Thayer Davis (MSP) is the National TDLS Article 114 Representative. Background:The goal is to provide a collaborative approach for the FAA and NATCA to identify and mitigate potential operational impacts to Air Traffic Control personnel using […]
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March 24, 2025: Images from NATCA in Washington at the Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.
Member Update March 30 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update March 30 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update March 29 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update March 29 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update March 28 2025 – Message about EO Banning Fed Unions
Member Update March 28 2025 – Message about EO Banning Fed Unions
NATCA Update March 29 2025
NATCA Update March 29 2025
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Executive Order titled, “Exclusions from Federal Labor-Management Relations Programs”
NATCA Members, Last night, NATCA became aware of the Executive Order titled, “Exclusions from Federal Labor-Management Relations Programs.” NATCA leadership and staff have been reviewing it. We are analyzing its effects on NATCA’s members and our established […]
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NATCA PAC Form Version 2025
NATCA PAC Form Version 2025
May 2025 NCEPT Timeline
May 2025 NCEPT Timeline
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National Runway Safety Rep. Bridget Singratanakul Presents at NBAA Forum
In February, Bridget Singratanakul, NATCA National Runway Safety Representative, led a panel alongside Alex Gertsen, National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA) Sr. Director, Airport Advocacy and Vertical Infrastructure, at the NBAA Orlando Regional Forum on Elevating Runway […]
Stay Informed: Subscribe to the NATCA Podcast for Exclusive Updates
Stay ahead of NATCA news by subscribing to the NATCA Podcast. Tune in for exclusive interviews and updates. Most recently, NATCA President Nick Daniels discusses the air traffic controller staffing crisis and hiring standards with top […]
Another Successful RT-1 Training in Baltimore Prepares New NATCA Leaders
NATCA recently held another Representative Training 1 (RT-1) class at the Marriott Baltimore Waterfront, from Feb. 24-28. This was the second time RT-1 has been hosted outside of Las Vegas, allowing the Union to expand training […]
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NATCA Update March 25 2025
NATCA Update March 25 2025
Member Update March 23 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder (1)
Member Update March 23 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder (1)
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CISM: Did you know?
The NATCA Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) program offers 24/7 support to controllers following acute stressful incidents. The CISM (Critical Incident Stress Management) program is not solely reactionary; while much of its work responds to events, […]
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DRC March 3, 2025 Monthly Meeting Minutes
DRC March 3, 2025 Monthly Meeting Minutes
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New NATCA Advocates Prepare to Take Their Message to Capitol Hill
This morning, 87 first-time attendees at NATCA in Washington 2025 took an important step in their journey as legislative advocates. Guided by experienced NATCA activists, our Union’s National Legislative Committee, and NATCA’s Government Affairs Team, they […]
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Mick Devine Kicks Off Day Two of NATCA in Washington
NATCA Executive Vice President Mick Devine opened Day Two of NATCA in Washington 2025 with a call for unity. Devine reminded attendees that although our individual voices may be insignificant on their own, we can have […]
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March 24, 2025: Images from NATCA in Washington at the Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.
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March 24, 2025: Images from NATCA in Washington at the Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.
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NATCA President Nick Daniels Addresses Members at NATCA in Washington 2025
NATCA President Nick Daniels opened NATCA in Washington 2025 by delivering the State of the Union, reinforcing the critical role of legislative activism in protecting the essential American workers represented by our Union and securing our […]
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Roll Call: NATCAvists Unite to Advocate for Our Profession!
NATCA in Washington 2025 is officially underway! We kicked off this critical week with our roll call, a proud tradition rooted in the U.S. Air Force, where leaders account for every member before a mission begins. […]
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The National Legislative Committee: The Backbone of NATCA Advocacy
The National Legislative Committee (NLC) is at the heart of NATCA’s grassroots activism, ensuring our Union has a powerful voice on Capitol Hill. Working alongside the staff in our Union’s Government Affairs Department, the NLC, led […]
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Rep. Pete Stauber Champions Aviation Safety at NiW
NATCA was pleased to welcome Rep. Pete Stauber (Minn.-8) to NATCA in Washington 2025, reinforcing the bipartisan commitment to strengthening the National Airspace System (NAS). Stauber has been a strong advocate for long-term FAA reauthorization and […]
Rep. Rick Larsen: A Driving Force for Aviation Safety and Modernization
NATCA was honored to welcome Rep. Rick Larsen (Wash.-2) to NATCA in Washington 2025. As the ranking member of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, Larsen has been a steadfast advocate for strengthening the aviation system, […]
Rep. Don Bacon Joins NiW, Standing Behind Aviation Professionals Nationwide
NATCA was honored to welcome Rep. Don Bacon (Neb.-2) to speak to our activists at NATCA in Washington 2025. A veteran, moderate, and strong advocate for modernizing aviation technology, Bacon has been a consistent supporter of […]
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NATCA Update March 21 2025
NATCA Update March 21 2025
NATCA Update March 19 2025
NATCA Update March 19 2025
Member Update March 23 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
Member Update March 23 2025 – National Update Webinar Reminder
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Honoring NATCA’s 2024 Regional Legislative Award Winners
NATCA proudly recognizes the 2025 Regional Legislative Award winners, honoring members who have gone above and beyond in their dedication to legislative activism. Each year at NATCA in Washington, the National Legislative Committee (NLC) spotlights a […]
Advocating for the Necessary Resources for NATCA Members to Sustain the NAS: Appropriations and Budget Reconciliation
At #NATCAinWashington 2025, members attended a critical Appropriations/Budget Reconciliation Briefing, focusing on securing full FAA funding for recruitment, training, retention of existing controllers, and modernization. With ongoing budget challenges, including potential shutdowns and funding shortfalls, NATCA […]
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Digital Information Platform (DIP)
Zebulon Snyder is the National DIP Article 114 Representative. Background:The goal of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) DIP, part of the Air Traffic Management (ATM-X) project, is to accelerate the transformation of the National […]
Urban Air Mobility (UAM)
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 using revolutionary new aircraft. The initiative will include an ecosystem that considers […]
NATCA’s Government Affairs Team Prepares Members to Deliver “The Ask”
At NATCA in Washington 2025, our Union’s Government Affairs Team addressed members to provide them with the information to advocate confidently and successfully on Capitol Hill. Government Affairs Director Josh Nassar, NLC Chair David Skarphol, and […]
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Help Share How We’re Building a Stronger Future for Our Union
As NATCA members engage with Congress this week, they are building the relationships that will strengthen the National Airspace System (NAS) and secure the future of our profession. We want to capture these moments of advocacy […]
NATCA in Washington 2025: Empowering the Future of NATCA
The time is now. NATCA in Washington (NiW) 2025 has officially begun, bringing nearly 400 NATCA activists to the nation’s capital to advocate for our profession and the safety of the National Airspace System (NAS). Throughout […]
NATCAvists Set to Deliver Our Union’s Message on Capitol Hill during NiW 2025
Nearly 400 NATCA activists are heading to Washington, D.C., for NATCA in Washington (NiW) 2025, ready to advocate for the issues that matter most to our Union and our profession. They will spend their time in […]
Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP) Criteria
Matthew Fisher, Potomac Consolidated TRACON (PCT), serves as the National IFP Criteria Article 114 Representative. Background:The IFP Criteria Representative collaborates with Industry, Mission Support Services (AJV), Service Areas, NextGen (ANG), and Flight Standards Services (AFS) to […]
Western Service Area (WSA) Air Traffic Services (AJT) Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP)
Jeff Plendl, is the National IFP Article 114 Representative Background: The NATCA AJT IFP Representative serves as the NATCA counterpart to the Service Area Director of Air Traffic Operations. Responsibilities include coordinating with the NATCA ARVPs […]
NAVAIDS Monitoring Equipment (NME)
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 the […]
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Committee
Karena Marinas is the National OSHA Committee Chair. Background:The NATCA OSHA Committee works to assist NATCA representatives and members in identifying, understanding, preventing, and addressing occupational safety and health (OSH) issues. The committee is made up […]
TERMINAL FLIGHT DATA MANAGER (TFDM)
Ross Costa is the National TFDM Article 114 Representative Background:TFDM will improve flight data coordination and management for Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) users, and enhance surface traffic flow management capabilities. It will replace ATCT paper […]
Time Based Flow Management (TBFM)
Tameka Velasquez (ZTL) is the National Time Based Flow Management (TBFM) Article 114 Representative Time-Based Flow Management (TBFM) is a system of tools used to manage the flow of traffic based on time to maximize efficiency. […]
Information Display System Replacement Program (IDS-R)
Steven Brown (PWM) is the National IDS-R Article 114 Representative Program Summary:The IDS Replacement program was established to replace all Information Display Systems in the National Airspace System (NAS) with the NAS Information Display System (NIDS). […]
Terminal Automation Modernization and Replacement (TAMR)
Jason Rose is the National TAMR Article 114 RepresentativeBackground: 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 (NAS). […]
Professional Standards
Chris Keyes, Lydia Baune, and Patrick Carter are the Professional Standards Article 52 Representatives. NATCA’s Professional Standards Program (PSP) has processed over 5,520 cases since its inception. The program helps maintain, promote, and inspire professionalism throughout […]
Human Performance
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 […]
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