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IFATCA celebrates another anniversary

Oct 20, 2010 News

Today the International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers’ Associations (IFATCA) celebrates the International Day of the Air Traffic Controller and starts its celebrations for 50 years of existence since its beginnings in 1961.
According to the IFATCA in a press release yesterday, aviation, as the backbone of society, has become an integral part of many people’s lives but the profession of air traffic control is often still unknown, misunderstood, underestimated or unfairly linked with the consequences of accidents, delays and industrial actions resulting in mostly negative press and a wrong perception in the public.
The IFATCA further disclosed that seldom enough do the air traffic controllers receive the deserved attention for the many flights safely handled, for the thousands of passengers expeditiously guided through busy skies and the challenges faced in times of increased economic and social pressure.
The body noted that for decades the profession has developed from – at many places still used – pen and paper (strips) to highly automated complex electronic networks, and opined that this evolution would not have been possible without the structured, motivated and continuous input of the professionals in their line of duty.
“When we celebrate 20th of October each year, we celebrate the vision of our founding members, and we celebrate the countless volunteers who work to achieve the aims of our Federation. But most of all we celebrate the individual air traffic controller, wherever he works or under whatever conditions she works, who strives each minute to give the utmost in service to the flying public, to bring you safely and efficiently to your destination.”
IFATCA was founded through an abiding passion for air traffic control and flight safety that continues to exist in the hearts and minds of all air traffic controllers. The response to the idea of a federation was immediate and universal. From its founding on 20 October 1961, IFATCA has grown to 134 member associations representing more than 50,000 air traffic controllers worldwide.
Holding the highest aims of the Federation, Safety & Efficiency, the IFATCA stated that with challenges and exposure to the media that was never bigger and more critical to the profession, often fuelled by wrong economical interpretations, air traffic controllers worldwide hold on to its principles.
“Today we recognise our efforts, salute our accomplishments, and renew our mission of service through an industry that is at the heart of a global community. To all air traffic controllers, be proud and celebrate your profession today!”

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