Advocacy
The Air Traffic Control Association (ATCA) focuses on fostering impactful outreach to key aviation stakeholders, highlighting the critical role of air traffic management (ATM) in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the national airspace system.
ATCA is stepping forward as the definitive voice advocating for the rapid deployment of technologies that enhance safety, improve efficiency, and prepare our airspace for tomorrow's increasingly complex demands.
ATCA CONGRESSIONAL LEAVE BEHIND
THE ATCA LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
The ATCA Leadership Council convenes senior industry executives to advise ATCA’s leadership on strategies to address key challenges facing our industry. This influential group develops consensus positions, creates unified messaging, and represents ATM interests with policymakers and stakeholders.
The Council partners with organizations like A4A, GAMA, and NATCA to amplify the industry's voice through collaborative initiatives and advocacy efforts.
The Leadership Council's Strategic Focus is divided into two complementary tracks:
Strategic Outreach
- Capitol Hill engagement and industry coalition building
- Development of positions on critical ATM issues
Government Engagement
- Collaboration with the FAA, DOD, and NASA on modernization efforts
- Industry expertise to support effective technology adoption
ATCA corporate members are welcome to request information about the ATCA Leadership Council. Involvement is based on your ability to commit time and resources to these important initiatives. To speak with a member of the ATCA Leadership Council and learn more about getting involved, please click on the button below.
ATCA Leadership Council Interest Form
RECENT LEGISLATIVE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- July 22, 2026 - ATCA Leadership Council Meets with New Jersey Delegation
- July 16, 2026 - ATCA Signs onto the Modern Skies Letter Requesting $20B More in Funding for the Brand New Air Traffic Control System
- April 21, 2026 - ATCA Leadership Council Visits Capitol Hill
- March 26, 2026 - ATCA Joins Modern Skies Coalition on Statement Calling on Congress to Stop Essential Work Without Pay
- December 17, 2025 - ATCA Support for the Aviation Funding Solvency Act
- November 19, 2025 - Modern Skies Coalition Urges Congress to Shield the Aviation Ecosystem from Government Shutdowns
- November 6, 2025 - ATCA Endorses Modern Skies Coalition Calling for an End to the Government Shutdown
- September 29, 2025 - ATCA Urges Congress to Avoid a Government Shutdown
- August 8, 2025 - ATCA Endorses Modern Skies Coalition's Response to Request for the House T&I Committee
- July 9, 2025 - ATCA Congratulates Bryan Bedford on His Confirmation as FAA Administrator
- June 3, 2025 - ATCA Leadership Council Members Meet with Congressional Aviation Leaders to Discuss the Critical Need for Rapid Modernization of the NAS
- May 9, 2025 - Stephen Creamer, ATCA President & CEO joins the Modern Skies Coalition Steering Committee
- May 9, 2025 - ATCA Strongly Supports the Administration’s Proposed Investment in the Modernization of Air Traffic Control Technology
- May 8, 2025 - Modern Skies Coalition Strongly Supports Secretary Duffy’s Air Traffic Control Modernization Plan
- April 15, 2025 - ATCA Signs onto Aviation Coalition Letter to Senators Cruz and Moran
- March 12, 2025 - ATCA Strongly Supports Secretary Duffy’s Call for Comprehensive Air Traffic Management System Modernization
- March 12, 2025 - ATCA Letter Requesting Minimizations to Disruptions to the Aviation Supply Chain
- March 04, 2025 - ATCA's President and CEO Submits Testimony and Asks for a Seat at the Modernization Table
- February 19, 2025 - ATCA Joins Aviation Coalition on FAA Modernization Request
- February 10, 2025 - ATCA Pledges Support and Expertise for Renewed U.S. Aviation Modernization Efforts
- December 24, 2024 - ATCA Signs Onto Aviation Coalition Modernization for President-elect Donald Trump
Advocacy in Action
ATCA members were proud to spend time on Capitol Hill meeting with congressional offices to discuss the future of our nation's air traffic management system and the importance of continued investment in modernization.
During our meetings with Matt Thomson, Counsel to Senator Cory Booker; Amy Myers, Legislative Aide to Senator Andy Kim; and Noah Garber, Policy Advisor to Representative Jeff Van Drew, we highlighted the critical role of the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center and its impact on southern New Jersey's economy.
Key points from our discussions included:
- The FAA Tech Center generates approximately $1.5 billion in economic activity for southern New Jersey.
- Approximately 56% of FAA obligations at the Tech Center support small businesses, demonstrating the facility's significant role in fostering innovation and economic growth.
- As the FAA advances BNATCS, we discussed the opportunity to ensure small businesses remain integral partners in the modernization of the National Airspace System.
Thank you to these congressional offices for taking the time to engage with ATCA members. Meaningful dialogue between industry and policymakers is essential to building a safer, more resilient, and more modern National Airspace System.