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death, came the incredible saving of four others thanks to those who worked the skies that Easter Sunday. The teamwork was unmistakable as the experience and calm composure of the controllers in Miami joined forces with the quick-thinking skills of the Fort Myers team. Enhanced by the remarkable courage displayed by Doug White through these adverse circumstances, the ATC system worked to- gether from tower to center, from pilot to passenger, to bring a successful end to this traumatic event that could have easily gone from bad to worse. "The husbands and the wives of air traffic controllers have no idea what their spouses do for a living," said White after the fact. "When something good happens, air traffic controllers don't get the high-five and the 'attaboys.' I'm going to give them the 'attaboy.'" Jessica Anaya Miami Center (ZMA) Lisa Grimm Miami Center (ZMA) Nathan Henkels Miami Center (ZMA) Dan Favio Fort Myers, Fla. (RSW) Brian Norton Fort Myers, Fla. (RSW) Carey Meadows Fort Myers, Fla. (RSW) 19 "This event immediately stands out as one of our greatest demonstrations of teamwork in the face of terribly unfortu- nate odds. This group of capable controllers came together under immense pressure to resolve a situation that cannot be found in any type of ATC manual; an amazing save that is vivid proof that a "B" pay scale has no place in our profession. "The expertise of these six NATCA members shone brightly on April 12 as they used every resource and capability avail- able to them, portraying not only the necessary skill, but the highest professional standards that we set for ourselves each and every day. "I am proud to present Lisa, Nate, Jessica, Dan, Brian and Carey with this award, as performing their everyday duties on this particular Sunday went on to make them unforgettable heroes in the eyes of the White family." Southern Region RVP Victor Santore:

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