NATCA

National Air Traffic Controllers Association

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NATCA members and staff recently attended the 2026 Women in Aviation Luncheon hosted by @AAAEDelivers. The luncheon honored @SenDuckworth, who is the Ranking Member of the Senate Subcommittee on Aviation, Space, and Innovation. https://t.co/DBfuKDY3Np

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By the time passengers settle into their seats, teams of air traffic controllers and aviation safety professionals have already been at work to protect the journey ahead.

From constructing runways to managing airspace, we’re helping ensure flights are safe from gate to gate.

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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. https://t.co/sQmKX7tddK

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The NATCA Communications Committee met in Washington, D.C. on May 7, 2026, to discuss best practices and strategies to keep NATCA members informed about both regional and national events. https://t.co/vBxFiyNgTV

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NATCA members and Executive Vice President Emeritus Trish Gilbert recently attended the @AAAEDelivers annual conference in Los Angeles. During the conference, the group got the opportunity to engage airport executives, aviation professionals, and air traffic control students.

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On this Memorial Day, NATCA remembers and honors all those who have served and died for the freedoms we hold dear. Today, whether it be with family and friends, or working in our facilities, please take a moment to recognize why we memorialize this day. https://t.co/iWFg5bnpZJ

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NATCA would like to recognize and congratulate this year’s scholarship award winners. This year’s prompt asked candidates to describe how they see the role of unions in protecting workers today. In all, NATCA selected 21 award winners. https://t.co/NNpzN6rBDe

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NATCA New England Regional Leadership Team attended the McIntyre-Shaheen 100 Club Dinner in Nashua, N.H. on April 25, 2026. The NNE Leadership Team was able to engage the New Hampshire lawmakers, thanking them for their support of NATCA and ATCs. https://t.co/OzFd4hbyzU

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For May, the 2026 NATCA wall calendar features a photo of Dulles International ATCT (IAD) taken by local member Laura Elwood. https://t.co/7GZQK9kcJ7

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Every safe flight is engineered by a team of controllers and aviation safety professionals who bring relentless focus and dedication to protecting passengers' lives.

Thanks to the commitment of these professionals, the world’s most complex transportation system runs safely.

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President Nick Daniels and other NATCA leaders hosted FAA Academy students in Oklahoma City on Wed., April 29. More than 75 students attended. They were able to learn more about the Union, air safety, and what to expect at the start of their ATC career. https://t.co/y6gSodaEKG

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NATCA would like to recognize all contributions and influence of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islander Americans to the United States, the labor movement, and our Union. https://t.co/PhWyQGsBkP

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Nearly 10 million flights move safely through U.S. airspace each year thanks to thousands of skilled professionals diligently ensuring every system works at every phase — from pre-runway checks to landing.

This is our commitment to public service.

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NATCA members recently completed a Drug and Alcohol Training course in Baltimore. This course brought together members from across the country, educating and empowering them to serve our Union membership.

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Several leaders from NATCA’s Alaskan Region recently met with U.S. Senator @lisamurkowski during the annual Iditarod Dog Sled Races.

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Every safe flight is engineered by a team of controllers and aviation safety professionals who bring relentless focus and dedication to protecting passengers' lives.

Thanks to the commitment of these professionals, the world’s most complex transportation system runs safely.

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NATCA would like to extend a Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers and caretakers in our Union. Every day, mothers and caretakers sacrifice time away from their own families to maintain the National Airspace. Your dedication to the NAS is celebrated today and every day.

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The energy is unmatched. Hundreds of #NATCA activists were on Capitol Hill this week, bringing the expertise and passion of our workforce directly to lawmakers. This is grassroots power in action. #NATCAinWashington

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At #NATCAinWashington, CISM Chair Sarah Grampp (ZKC) briefed activists on our push for mental health reform. This week we are advocating legislation that modernizes medical standards and supports the well-being of the air traffic control workforce.

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Top congressional staff joined #NATCAinWashington on Tuesday to discuss the value of NATCA’s expertise. As the subject matter experts for the NAS, our members provide the operational knowledge that shapes aviation policy, funding, and the future of our profession.