As the end of the federal fiscal year approaches, the aviation sector faces uncertainty about whether Congress will pass a continuing resolution or allow a government shutdown that could disrupt critical air traffic management operations. Sharon Pinkerton, of A4A and Heideh Shahmoradi of OS Strategies will decode the latest congressional actions, analyze impacts of a potential shutdown, and outline what ATCA members should expect. We will also update you on ATCA’s advocacy efforts to seek additional funding for the NAS. Register now to stay ahead of developments that directly impact our industry's future.

The prestigious Glen Gilbert Trophy will be celebrated at the newly renovated Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. ATCA is proud to present this year's award to Michael Huerta, the longest-serving FAA Administrator. Join the who's who of air traffic management for this premier industry gathering alongside ATCA members, distinguished leaders from DOT, FAA, NTSB, airports, airlines, aviation trade associations, research institutions, and international partners. FAA Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau is confirmed to deliver remarks, with invitations extended to Secretary Duffy and FAA Administrator Bedford.

The 2025 ATCA Tech Symposium, themed "Modernizing for Safety & Efficiency: The Role of Innovation in a Changing Airspace," will be held at Caesars Resort near the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center. The symposium explores how emerging technologies enhance safety protocols and operational efficiency, AI's transformative role in predictive safety systems and risk mitigation, safety implications of FAA's modernization contracts and system integrations, and the critical safety frameworks needed for airspace integration into the NAS. Technical sessions will address safety principles, cybersecurity threats to air traffic systems, and how modernization efforts maintain uncompromised safety standards during system transitions.

The ATCA Aviation Leadership Forum develops and inspires the next generation of aviation leaders with a core emphasis on safety leadership. Attendees will discover actionable approaches to navigating organizational transformation in mission-critical settings while maintaining unwavering safety standards. Key focus areas include championing a safety culture across the National Airspace System, leading through decision-making under pressure, and developing leadership strategies that prioritize safety during periods of rapid technological change. The program features presentations by industry pioneers, executive roundtables, and hands-on workshops providing immediately applicable safety leadership insights.

ATCA Connect is the premier Air Traffic Management safety event, hosted in Charleston to feature civil/military aviation connections. This conference synthesizes insights from our Tech and Leadership events while exploring policy frameworks, cross-agency collaboration, and system-wide planning. A central theme will be mission-critical safety for the National Airspace System. Connect through dynamic programming, educational workshops, and interactive expo networking with government, industry leaders, and peers.