Civil Air Australia

01/06/2026

Civil Air stands with our colleagues from the United Firefighters Union Aviation Branch against Airservices proposed privatisation of safety critical ARFFS assets.

The United Firefighters Union of Australia Aviation Branch (UFUAV) has pointed to a new report from the Centre of Full Employment and Equity as evidence the plan would leave taxpayers “$135 million out of pocket for a worse service that undermines their safety”.

28/04/2026

Civil Air is pleased to be able to provide our ongoing support to past President Tom McRobert, as he continues advocating for Air Traffic Management professionals across the globe.

IFATCA 2026 conference update

NEW EXECUTIVE BOARD OFFICERS

Mr. Thomas McRobert, Australia, was re-elected as Executive Vice-President Finance of IFATCA for another term.

Congratulations Tom!

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24/04/2026

✈️ CIVIL AIR TO HOST IFATCA'S 67TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE ✈️

It is with incredible excitement that we announce that Civil Air has been successful in bidding for the 2028 IFATCA - International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers' Associations Annual Conference!

To be held in Sydney, 1-5 May 2028, the event will bring delegates from all over the world to the International Convention Centre Sydney to discuss current issues in Air Traffic Management, debate and adopt policy positions that will shape the profession, and provide opportunities for Civil Air members to network and engage with our international colleagues and friends.

Thank you to RATCA, the Romanian Air Traffic Controllers Association for hosting this week's IFATCA 65th Annual Conference in Bucharest, where Civil Air has presented our successful bid for 2028.

Civil Air is proud to continually work to shape the future of our profession, and to showcase our members dedication and professionalism. Representing over 1000 frontline ATCs and Supporting Staff, Civil Air never stops fighting for the professional and personal wellbeing of our members.

See you in Sydney! 🐨🐨