NATCA

National Air Traffic Controllers Association

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The NATCA 2027 Convention will be held in Chicago, April 27–29. Amendment submissions are open now. Don't wait for the Dec. 3 deadline! Submit early, and the National Constitution Committee will work with you one-on-one to refine your language before it reaches the floor.

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NATCA member Renee Zapf (Hillsboro ATCT, HIO) attended a two-day legislative briefing with @SenJeffMerkley and his staff. Zapf discussed the use of AI in air traffic control and the need for equipment modernization across the NAS. https://t.co/EzeAOJzMgF

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With summer comes heatwaves — Just because you work indoors does not mean you are not at risk of heat-related illnesses. The OSHA Committee can help if there are problems at your facility. Contact your regional OSHA representative or email the committee at [email protected].

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NATCA members Brian Schmelzel (Washington Center, ZDC) and Arianna Bocci (ZDC) recently attended an event with @RepVindman. The three discussed pay parity for air traffic controllers and the Mental Health in Aviation Act. https://t.co/dFuGeqGTsd

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This month, NATCA’s wall calendar features a photo of Sacramento International Airport (SMF) taken by Devin Payne (Boston ATCT, BOS). https://t.co/ij3ddlYvu6

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NATCA’s 2026 Boots on the Ground Campaign has officially kicked off. Members have now started their full-time leadership roles as part of the AFL-CIO's Member-to-Member program. The program started with four-day trainings in Phoenix and Cleveland. https://t.co/IT1zJDGTZ7

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NATCA members at West Palm Beach ATCT (PBI) provided a tour and briefing to ten staff members of @RepLoisFrankel (Fla.-22) on June 17, 2026. The group discussed operations at PBI, including staffing and equipment upgrades. https://t.co/hxRpOqrljY

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Aug. 19 is National Aviation Day! In 1939, President Roosevelt designated the birthday of aviation pioneer Orville Wright as National Aviation Day to honor the history and advancement of aviation in the U.S. https://t.co/exf8vOKIl3

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NATCA President Nick Daniels, NATCA Executive President Mick Devine, Central Region Regional Vice President Aaron Merrick (NCE), and National Training Representative Jamaal Haltom (Las Vegas ATCT, LAS) led the largest meet and greet for FAA Academy students in OKC this year.

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Two aircraft. One call sign. One controller who caught it and averted disaster.

America’s air traffic controllers – calm, precise, professional, and always on duty keeping you safe.

All In a Day's Work.

#NATCA #WeGuideYouHome #GuardiansOfTheSky #ATC #AllinaDaysWork #union

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Friday, August 7. Watch that line of weather walk into some of the busiest airspace in the world. Every yellow dot is an aircraft counting on air traffic controllers. The weather may change, but our commitment to the safety of every person in the sky never does.

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Friday, August 7. Watch that line of weather walk into some of the busiest airspace in the world. Every yellow dot is an aircraft counting on air traffic controllers. The weather may change, but our commitment to the safety of every person in the sky never does.

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U.S. @Rep_Walkinshaw (Va.-11) toured Washington National ATCT (DCA) earlier this summer. Discussion during the tour focused on pay parity, staffing levels, and scheduling. https://t.co/AJxp7izQ6X

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Air traffic controllers keep you safe - no matter what the challenge or circumstance. #NATCA #WeGuideYouHome #GuardiansOfTheSky #ATC #AirTrafficControllers #union

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NATCA 2027 Convention will be held in Chicago, April 27–29. The amendment and resolution deadline is Dec. 3, 2026. Submit early to [email protected] and get direct support from the Constitution Committee. Save the date and watch for updates at https://t.co/Pn6rGvISpY

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NATCA members Brian Schmelzel (Washington Center, ZDC) and Jonathan Blackwell (ZDC) recently attended a Northern Virginia labor airport caucus meeting with @SenTimKaine of Virginia. https://t.co/f4H8nnwBxr

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NATCA’s National Executive Board (NEB) is meeting this week in Nashua, N.H. NATCA’s President, Executive Vice President, and Regional Vice Presidents constitute the NEB. Members can find minutes from the NEB’s recent meetings on our website.

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On May 28, Oakland Center (ZOA) FacRep Erik Mandt, and local members Johnny Robinson and Precious Kollock joined @RepLSimon and her staff at the Chase Center for a Golden State @valkyries game. https://t.co/TS5ocHJSBp

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#OnThisDay 45 years ago, our PATCO brothers & sisters took a stand for the ATC profession and the National Air Space System (NAS). https://t.co/apvsLN8XdB

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NATCA’s Communicating For Safety is the premier aviation safety conference, taking place Sept. 14-16, 2026 at the Horseshoe Las Vegas. Register now before rates go up for conference sessions and events: https://t.co/hDnCY2yJD9