PUBLIC AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
WELCOME NEW STAFF MEMBER – MATT HEER
Matt Heer has been hired as the new Information Technology Specialist in the
Department of Public Affairs at the NATCA National Office. Matt will be joining NATCA
on March 12, and he'll be taking over the position previously held by Dan Whall, who has
moved into NATCA's Department of Public Affairs position of Web Specialist. Matt has
several years of helpdesk support, knowledge of multiple operating systems and
applications, and experience with systems maintenance.
BY THE NUMBERS
15,467 – Total NATCA members across all 17 of our bargaining units as of Feb. 28.
19,755 – Total bargaining unit members represented by NATCA as of Feb. 28.
NOTABLE QUOTABLE
"The collaborative approach from the ground up with all members of both facilities and
Raytheon created an important learning environment that TAMR team members will take
with them as they move to more complicated consolidations in the future. It is something
the Agency and NATCA can continue to build relationships upon."
- NATCA Terminal Automation Modernization and Replacement Rep Aaron Rose,
writing about the successful consolidation of Cape TRACON to Boston TRACON last
month. Read more about that here. There is also more on this in FAA ATO COO Teri
Bristol's weekly update in this report below.
"We're looking at a profound need for a long-term, stable source of funding for the air
traffic control system."
- Capt. Tim Canoll, President, Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l. (ALPA), at a hearing on
aviation safety Feb. 27 before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
"NATCA wants to collect stories about individuals who stand out in how they treat others
in their workplaces with respect, who really strive for professionalism in their personal
interactions, and who demonstrate every day the qualities that make up the RESPECT
initiative. These individuals represent the foundation of what makes us great. All of us
know someone who displays respect by showing us what can be achieved when we
value those around us. They show us how safety can be maintained and improved by
demonstrating dignity and empathy between all the individuals that work to protect the
National Airspace System. They support and appreciate those around them.
"We hope all of you will join us in these efforts. If you know someone who displays these
traits — tell us their story. We want to hear about those who make a difference in our
lives and workplace. Please take a moment to share their stories by clicking here."
- NATCA Professional Standards Team, announcing the new RESPECT initiative, the
newest addition to the NATCA-FAA Foundations of Professionalism. For more, click
here.
NEW FEATURE: THE NATCA PODCAST
We're excited to introduce The NATCA Podcast, a new way to connect the National
Office with the NATCA membership and provide news, information, and interviews with
key NATCA leaders, reps, and members.
