ATCA

Voice of Our Industry

ATCA provides opportunities for education, collaboration, thought leadership, and advocacy to support our members

Also known as the Air Traffic Control Association, ATCA is a non-profit professional organization representing the U.S. industrial base that designs, develops, deploys, and maintains the world's largest and most complex air traffic management system operated by the FAA. Drawing on decades of experience, ATCA members are uniquely qualified to deliver best-in-class air traffic management technologies and services that support rapid ATC infrastructure modernization. The ATM industry develops innovative technologies critical to National Airspace System safety, U.S. economic strength, global aviation leadership, and high-quality job creation nationwide.

 

ATCA Vision

  • Fosters industry partnerships with FAA, NASA, DOD, other government organizations, and ANSPs to safely provide and integrate technologies and services for global airspace integration.
  • Promotes best practices in safety and efficiency enhancements.
  • Provides forums for thought leadership, exhibition of technologies, and collaboration.
  • Advocates for operational advancements with adequate funding levels.
What is new and exciting about ATCA?

In 2025, ATCA welcomed Stephen Creamer as our incoming President & CEO and extended our gratitude to Carey Fagan for her transformational leadership. We also welcomed accomplished trailblazers in air traffic management (ATM) to our Board of Directors. ATCA has remained active on Capitol Hill and within our Leadership Council.

We joined the Modern Skies Coalition as a Steering Committee member and continued meaningful dialogue with FAA senior staff, building strong relationships with incoming leadership. Our team launched a robust webinar series exploring timely, relevant topics across the ATM industry. ATCA’s committees are also driving dynamic programming for our key professional development events, including the Glen A. Gilbert Memorial Soirée, ATCA Tech Symposium, Webinar Series, and ATCA Connect. 

ATCA is at the forefront of developing innovative solutions for global air traffic management. ATCA supports ongoing efforts to enhance the safety, efficiency, and capacity of air traffic management.

What We Do

ATCA is unique in representing a broad spectrum of airspace users. ATCA Connect is a dynamic and interactive event that serves as a nexus for the aviation industry, to expand our networks and foster participation and share insights, explore new opportunities, and interact with key decision makers. ATCA also holds technical symposia, cyber security summits, and various high-level collaborative meetings.

ATCA is a non-profit, non-government, professional organization. Membership is open to all who share a common interest in promoting and encouraging the advancement of aviation and airspace integration. 

Learn more about the many benefits of ATCA membership, and become a member today!