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Nick Daniels and the NATCA Controversy

NATCA's President, Nick Daniels, faces heat over extending the FAA controllers’ contract to 2029. What happened, who’s pushing back, and what it means for staffing, safety, and union leverage. Read the neutral, sourced timeline and analysis.

Aug 15, 2025 · By Mathew Lewallen · 24 min read

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Mathew Lewallen

Aviation Program & Air Traffic Management Leader | Airspace Integration & Flight Planning Strategist | FAA/ICAO Airspace Policy Expert | U.S. Veteran | PhD Aviation Candidate

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Updated on Aug 15, 2025