Air Traffic Controllers

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What is the role of Airlines for America in the aviation industry?

A union for airline pilots

A lobbying force for airport executives

A powerful lobbying force for the airline industry (correct)

A regulatory body for airline safety

What is the primary function of the Air Line Pilots Association Int'l?

To represent and advocate for airline pilots (correct)

To manage air traffic control systems

To oversee airport operations

To regulate airline safety and security

What is the result of the airline deregulation efforts?

The establishment of the Civil Aeronautics Board

The development of the air traffic control system

Increased competition and market freedom in the airline industry (correct)

The creation of the Federal Aviation Administration

Which organization is responsible for ensuring airline safety and security?

Air Line Pilots Association Int'l Signup and view all the answers

How does the Air Line Pilots Association Int'l influence decision-making in the airline industry?

Through lobbying and advocacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of Airlines for America's lobbying efforts?

Increased influence on government decisions regarding aviation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Airport Law Enforcement Agencies Network (ALEAN)?

To facilitate communication among airport executives and law enforcement agencies Signup and view all the answers

When was the International Air Transport Association (IATA) founded?

1945 Signup and view all the answers

What is the former name of Airlines for America (A4A)?

Air Transport Association Signup and view all the answers

What does ACI aim to achieve through its organization?

To provide a single voice for the airport community Signup and view all the answers

What is the mission of IATA today?

To represent, lead and serve the airline industry Signup and view all the answers

How many airlines does Airlines for America (A4A) represent?

The nation's leading airlines Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) representatives?

To negotiate with the federal government on behalf of air traffic controllers Signup and view all the answers

How many air traffic controllers and related professionals are represented by NATCA?

Over 20,000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the affiliation of National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA)?

With the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the Airport Consultants Council (ACC)?

The business interests of firms with airport-related technical expertise Signup and view all the answers

When was the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) certified as the exclusive bargaining representative of Federal Aviation Administration air traffic controllers?

1987 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Helicopter Association International (HAI)?

To advance the international helicopter community Signup and view all the answers