ATCA Bulletin | April 2014

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April 2014

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And The Winner Is… An up-close look at the categories and recent recipients of the ATCA Awards

In This Issue: »» A Spotlight on The ATCA Awards Program »» New ATCA Member: Imtradex Hör-/Sprechsysteme GmbH »» FAA Accomplishments, Airbus in Haiti, and More of the Latest ATC News

ATCA AWARDS PROGRAM

Spotlight on The ATCA Awards Program

Everything you need to know about the annual celebration of the best and the brightest in air traffic control What is The ATCA Awards Program?

For more than 50 years, The Air Traffic Control Association Awards Program has recognized exemplary professionals and change makers in the air traffic and aviation field – from air traffic control specialists to engineers to military squadrons to small businesses.

These recognized recipients are engaged in the development, operation or maintenance of the worldwide air traffic control system for outstanding achievement or contribution to ATC. Each achievement or contribution is in the public’s interest and adds to the quality, safety or efficiency of air traffic control.

With 19 award categories, and multiple winners in some categories, ATCA distributes more than 30 awards each year. Award types are highlighted in the next few pages and can be found – along with requirements for nomination – at www.atca.org/Awards.

Get Involved – Nominate!

ATCA relies on you – its members – to highlight and nominate members of the

ATC community that have gone above and beyond to help explore, improve or add value to air traffic control. Know of an individual, organization or company that fits the bill? If so, nominate them for an ATCA Award!

Winners will be recognized during the ATCA 59th Annual Conference and Exposition, September 28 – October 1.

All nominations can be directed to Paul.Planzer@atca.org. The deadline for ATCA awards is June 30, 2014.

Eligibility Any individual or group of individuals is eligible if properly nominated and qualified. The nominee does not have to be an ATCA member to receive an award, nor do you have to be a member to recommend someone for an award.

Recommendations for ATCA Awards from all corners of the globe are welcomed and encouraged.

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And The Winner Is T

he General E.R. Quesada Memorial Award: a Medallion Award presented to an individual for an outstanding achievement or contribution during the previous year as an ATC Manager. In 2013, the award went to CW 2 Edwin Reyes, United States Army.

The George W. Kriske Memorial Award: a Medallion Award presented to an individual for an outstanding career, which has added to the quality,

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safety or efficiency of air traffic control. Congratulations to 2013 winner Jon Siverly, Serco.

The William A. Parenteau Memorial Award: a Medallion Award presented to an individual for an outstanding achievement or contribution during the previous year, which has added to the quality, safety or efficiency of air traffic control. Congratulations to the 2013 recipient, Jason Shadbolt,

Moncton Area Control Centre, NAV CANADA. The Clifford Burton Memorial Award: a Medallion Award reserved for members who have not only contributed to the quality, safety or efficiency of air traffic control, but also have devoted much time and effort in furthering the goals and objectives of ATCA and the profession. The 2013 honor went posthumously to Timothy Halpin.

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Welcome to the first Awards Edition of the ATCA Bulletin.

The next few pages will highlight the exemplary professionals ATCA has the honor of recognizing each year, and the different award opportunities the association provides in its Awards Program.

We encourage members to nominate a professional they know who has exhibited the high qualities of an award recipient. Visit www.atca.org/Awards for more information and to download the nomination form.

The Earl F. Ward Memorial Award: a Medallion Award presented to a group for an outstanding achievement during the previous year, which has added to the quality, safety or efficiency of air traffic control, but also have devoted much time and effort in furthering the goals and objectives of ATCA and the profession. The 2013 honor went to 3rd

Battalion, 58th Aviation Regiment and FAA Optimization of Airspace and Procedures in the Metroplex – National Leadership Team.

The Charles E. Varnell Memorial Award for Small Business: Presented to a small business concern for an outstanding achievement or contribution that has added to the quality, safety or efficiency of ATC. Last year, Mosaic ATM won the award.

Lingiam “Linn“ Odems Memorial Awards for Air Traffic Control Specialist of the Military: The Lingiam “Linn” Odems Memorial Award is a Medallion Award for or air traffic control specialists of the Military.

This is an award presented to an individual military or civilian air traffic control specialist who has during the previous years performed in an exemplary or extraordinary manner in support of

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military air traffic control facilities. Last year, the honors went to Terry Brown, United States Army; Captain Doug Godden, Royal Canadian Air Force; Senior Airman Justin Loranger, United States Air Force; Staff Sergeant Justin E. Studler, United States Marine Corps; and Petty Officer First Class Montrel A. Worsley, United States Navy.

The Andy Pitas Memorial Awards: a Medallion Award presented to an individual or group who provided flight assistance in the previous year that resulted in the safe recovery of an emergency aircraft through the application of exceptional air traffic service. Multiple Pitas awards were given in 2013 to: Emily Birkland and Roy Teshima, Oakland ARTCC; Steve Boran, FTW, Federal Aviation Administration; Jack Deutscher, Madison Air Traffic Control Tower; LouElla Hollingsworth, FTW, Federal Aviation Administration; Roddy Mick, Toronto Area Control Centre, NAV CANADA; and Guy Mortensen and Nelson Wheeler, Salt Lake City Center, Utah.

The ATCA Industrial Award: a Medallion Award presented to an industry or a group of industries for outstanding achievement or contribution, which has added to the quality safety or efficiency of air traffic control. In 2013, The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey won the honor.

The David J. Hurley Memorial Award for Aviation Traffic Management: a Medallion Award presented to an individual working in the field of Aviation Traffic Management for outstanding achievement or contribution in the area of ATC collaborative decision making, balancing air traffic demand and capacity, or maximizing airspace and airport use, which has added to the quality, efficiency and/or safety of the Global Airspace System.

In 2013, the award went to Marshall H. Mowery, FAA 21.

The ATCA Small & Disadvantaged Business Award: Presented to a small business owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals for an exemplary achievement or contribution that has added to the safety, quality or efficiency of ATC. Congratulations to 2013 winner, JMA Solutions, Inc.

ATCA Airway Transportation Systems Specialist of the Year Awards: Presented to an individual military or civilian airway facilities technician acting in a non-supervisory capacity who has, during the previous year, performed in an exemplary or extraordinary manner in support of ATC. Multiple awards were handed out in 2013 to multiple military branches: Staff Sergeant Travis Bliss, United States Marine Corps; Tom Fleming, NAS Operations Manager, FAA; Eric Iannone, United States Navy; and Robert Lyle, Toronto Area Control Centre, NAV CANADA. ATCA Life Cycle Management Award – Flight Service: This award recognizes the individual(s) or group whose design, development, maintenance, or logistical support had a significant positive impact on the performance or operation of an important ATC system in the previous year. In 2013, Headquarters Air Force Flight Standards Agency Requirements and Sustainment Directorate, was honored.

The ATCA Air Traffic Control Specialist of the Year Flight Service Award: Presented to an individual civilian air traffic control specialist who has during the previous year performed in an exemplary or extraordinary manner in support of ATC (an award for each specialist discipline in enroute, terminal, and flight service facilities). In 2013, the honor went to Wade Adams, NAV CANADA 28.

The ATCA Air Traffic Control Specialist of the Year – Terminal Award: Presented to an individual civilian air traffic control specialist who has, during the previous year, performed in an exemplary or extraordinary manner in support of ATC (an award for each specialist discipline in enroute, terminal and flight service facilities). Congratulations to 2013 winner Jeff Davis, RVA, Inc. 29 The ATCA Air Traffic Control Specialist of the Year – EnRoute Award: Presented to an individual civilian air traffic control specialist who has during the previous year performed in an exemplary or extraordinary manner in support of ATC (an award for each specialist discipline in enroute, terminal and flight service facilities).

Congratulations to Julio Henriques, New York Center, FAA, 2013 winner.

Thank You Committee Members The association is grateful to the members of the ATCA Awards Committee for their time, commitment, and interest in recognizing exemplary work in the air traffic community. Their time reviewing nominations and the work of incomparable nominees is invaluable.

Thank you to the following members: Tom Styc, Chair, Aviation Management Associates Myreille Campeau, NAV CANADA Kim Cardosi, Volpe (VNTSC) Charlie Dove, RVA Inc. Frank Frisbie, Double F Consulting Rachel Jackson, ASRC Federal Susie McMichael, The Boeing Company Bob Meyer, Raytheon Kathleen Thompson, Jerry Thompson Associates

The Chairman’s Citation of Merit Awards: The Chairman of the Board of the Air Traffic Control Association awards Chairman’s Citations of Merit to recognize exemplary work in air traffic control over the past year and beyond, and for overall enhancement of and contribution to ATC and the aviation community. In 2013, honorees, included Sherry Borener, SAAB; The Denver RNAV / RNP Project; Evans Incorporated; Joseph Okuda, SFO, FAA; and Bernard Sims, Midwest ATC. The Glen A. Gibert Memorial Award: The Glen A. Gilbert Memorial Banquet serves as the capstone to the ATCA Annual Conference & Exposition.

The award is ATCA’s highest honor and one of the premier awards in aviation.

Honoring the outstanding, long-term achievement of an individual in the field of aviation, the award is named after Glen A. Gilbert (1913 - 1982), the “father of air traffic control” and writer of the first air traffic control manual. Previous winners include 2013 honoree Patrick Ky of EASA; former FAA Administrators: The Hon. Jane Garvey and The Hon. Najeeb Halaby; Captain Elrey B. Jeppesen; and Pilot A. Scott Crossfield, among others. The award trophy is displayed at the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C. A full list of past recipients can be found at www.atca.org/GlenGilbert.

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Midwest ATC was honored to be awarded the 2014 IHS Jane’s Runway Award for its Kandahar Runway Efficiency program at the CANSO ATM dinner in Madrid, Spain on 3 March.

After being selected in 2003 as the first company to provide air traffic control and airfield management services in a combat zone for the U.S. Department of Defense, Midwest ATC continues to deliver safe and reliable aviation services throughout Afghanistan. That this award was earned on one of the world’s busiest single runway airfields while at the same time supporting intense combat operations is testament to the professionalism and dedication of the Midwest team at Kandahar AB. We are proud to celebrate their accomplishments as indicative of our commitment to safety and professional performance.

Whether you are looking for air traffic control, weather observing and reporting, training, ground handling, or airfield management, Midwest has over 35 years of global experience and expertise to assist in the successful accomplishment of your mission. With a track record of servicing over 100 facilities across nine countries, Midwest is a proven low-risk, best value partner with tested operational procedures to ensure the safe, orderly and expeditious flow of traffic. Its team of supremely qualified aviation experts is dedicated to providing clients with an outstanding level of safety and commitment throughout the world. Using Midwest’s flexible and professional approach will enable you to achieve success.

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ATCA’s Newest Members

Here are the newest members to the ATCA family!

Welcome to the association!

Angela Altimont, Northrop Grumman David Atkinson, Student Andrew Austegard, HCRQ, Inc. Hunter Austegard, HCRQ, Inc. Emmett Austegard, HCRQ, Inc. Marc Axelrod, HCRQ, Inc. Ali Bennani, Imtradex Hor-/ Sprechsysteme GmbH Jason Boergerhoff, Kent State University Donald Cassaniti, Kent State University Diane DeSua, Concept-Solutions Zachary Deubler, Student David Goodman, Flatirons Solutions Gary Hill, 1st American Systems and Service

Abdul Khandker, Booz Allen Hamilton Ivan Koptev, Imtradex Hor-/ Sprechsysteme GmbH Ralf Kudernak, Imtradex Hor-/ Sprechsysteme GmbH Wahyu Kurniawan, STPI Curug Peter Langworthy, Northrop Grumman David Lantzy, CYBERDATA Technologies, Inc. Susanne Lastein, Imtradex Hor-/ Sprechsysteme GmbH Brian Love, Flatirons Solutions Kevin Markwell, Ricondo and Associates Drew Martin, Booz Allen Hamilton Michael Matthee, Student

Maureen Mc Farland, Kent State University R McCain, HCRQ, Inc. Hans-Gert Olbertz, Imtradex Hor-/ Sprechsysteme GmbH Patrick Peck, Booz Allen Hamilton Brian Pickerall, Booz Allen Hamilton Robert Priestley, Kent State University Bob Rozier, Flatirons solutions Marti Schermeister, FAA Steve Scheuber, Flatirons Solutions David Stringer, Kent State university Patricia Swenor, Booz Allen Hamilton Matt Teeter, Dell Software

Welcome New ATCA Member: Imtradex Hör-/Sprechsysteme GmbH Comfort and Safety for Airport Communications

Imtradex - Headsets for Professionals Founded by Ralf Kudernak and Mathias Iser in 1996, Imtradex in Dreieich, located close to Frankfurt/Main, has become one of the leading manufacturers of headsets in Europe.

Imtradex develops, produces, and distributes hear-/talk-solutions for both common-use and special security requirements. Its performance and company concept is characterized by innovative production technologies, high quality standards, reliability, and flexibility to respond to specific requirements.

For the smooth running of an airport, clear communication is crucial – both between pilots and controllers and between pilots and ramp personnel.

Misunderstandings can have serious consequences, especially given the very high traffic density found in European airports and in European airspace. As a result, communication equipment itself has become a safety factor. Imtradex has developed special communication systems for air traffic control, ramp handling and pilots to meet the specific needs of the aviation industry.

Imtradex’s products are already in use in many of the world’s ATC centers, airports, and cockpits. The ear protection shells were subjected to a wide range

of tests under extreme weather conditions for months during the development stage, resulting in a design that provides optimum sound damping.

For more information, contact Susanne Lastein by email at susanne. lastein@imtradex.com or by phone at +49 61034856956.

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Media Release from The Federal Aviation Administration

FAA Completes Nationwide Equipment Installation for NextGen Aircraft Tracking System WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration today announced the completion of a nationwide infrastructure upgrade that will enable air traffic controllers to track aircraft with greater accuracy and reliability, while giving pilots more information in the cockpit. This upgrade is a key improvement in the Next Generation Air Transportation System.

“This upgrade is an important step in laying the foundation for the NextGen system, which provides controllers a much more precise view of the airspace, gives pilots much more awareness and information, and as a result strengthens the safety and efficiency of our system,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony

Foxx. “This state-of-the-art satellite system is already providing controllers with visibility in places not previously covered by radar.”

The nationwide installation of the Automatic Dependent SurveillanceBroadcast (ADS-B) radio network supports a satellite-based surveillance system that tracks aircraft with the help of GPS. This provides more accurate aircraft location information than the current radar system.

Of the 230 air traffic facilities across the country, 100 are currently using this system to separate traffic.

It is expected to be connected and operating at all 230 facilities by 2019.

All aircraft operating in controlled airspace must be equipped with ADS-B Out avionics that broadcast the plane’s location, by Jan. 1, 2020.

With the upgraded surveillance and broadcast system and aircraft equipped with ADS-B Out transponders, aircraft positions on controller screens update almost continuously, compared to every 4.7 seconds or longer with radar.

ADS-B also enables more accurate tracking of airplanes and airport vehicles on runways and taxiways, increasing safety and efficiency. The new system significantly improves surveillance capability in areas with geographic challenges like mountains or over water. Airplanes equipped with ADS-B In, which is not currently mandated, will give pilots information through cockpit displays about location in relation to other aircraft, bad weather and terrain, and temporary flight restrictions.

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Media Release from Airbus ProSky

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Airbus ProSky to Redesign Airspace in Haiti, Port au Prince Abu Dhabi, UA – Airbus ProSky signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) yesterday with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in Abu Dhabi, to consult on the redesign of Haiti’s airspace as part of a wider initiative to rebuild the country’s aviation infrastructure.

Under the agreement with IATA, Airbus ProSky will coordinate with Haiti’s civil aviation authority, Office National de L’Aviation Civile (OFNAC), and IATA airline members in order to propose a Performance Based Navigation (PBN) concept of operations aimed at optimising the airspace. The implementation of

Required Navigation Performance (RNP) procedures will enable the operators to improve airport operational accessibility and enhance the traffic flow into Port au Prince International Airport (PAP).

IATA and Airbus ProSky will also collaborate in Latin America, jointly identifying airports where PBN implementation could prove beneficial. The objective of this initiative is to support the Latin American countries and operators through effective PBN deployment at the targeted airports to improve safety and optimise air traffic management (ATM) to sustain the passenger traffic growth in the region.

Peter Cerda, IATA Regional Vice President for the Americas said, “The need for timely implementation of PBN is the key to improve Haiti’s airspace.

We are extremely confident that this project will significantly improve ATM in the region, increasing efficiency and accessibility.”

Paul-Franck Bijou, Chief Executive Officer, Airbus ProSky added, “We are delighted to work with IATA on the Haiti Port au Prince Airport project, in collaboration with Latin America. As a subsidiary of Airbus, Airbus ProSky’s mission is to transform and modernise ATM globally.”

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