NATCA - National Air Traffic Controllers Association

10/16/2026 | News release | Distributed by Public on 10/16/2026 16:55

Video Update: NATCA Announces Agreement on 2.8% Pay Parity Increase for Air Traffic Controllers

Oct 16, 2026

NATCA is pleased to announce that we have reached an agreement with the FAA to implement a 2.8% pay parity increase for eligible air traffic controllers. This agreement is the result of NATCA's continued advocacy and efforts to secure the pay parity increase through Congress.

NATCA President Nick Daniels shares more about this agreement, how we secured this increase, and what it means for our members in the video below.

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