"APA is grateful for the work of America's air traffic controllers, whose expertise, professionalism and dedication have provided the safest air traffic control system in the world. We support NATCA's efforts to obtain a fair and equitable contract. We believe a voluntary resolution is always better than one settled by force, and we urge the Federal Aviation Administration to accept NATCA's offer to return to the bargaining table. A congressionally imposed contract would further strain labor relations and impede efforts to attract and retain the best people to run our air traffic control system."
That is the complete text of APA's statement. NATCA and the FAA face a June 5 deadline for reaching a consensual agreement. After June 5, Congress can impose new contractual terms on the controllers.
Houston Chronicle
Comment Preview