Ensuring the safety and efficiency of air traffic control isn’t just about cutting-edge technology — it’s also about understanding the people behind it. That’s where our Human Factors team comes in. We apply psychology and ergonomics to improve our performance, identify potential problems and support the wellbeing of our colleagues who do a vital job […]

Springtime is breeding season for frogs and toads, when they return to the body of water they were spawned so they can mate and lay eggs. Unfortunately, getting back can be difficult, but thankfully the team at Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve were on hand recently to help out.

NATS, Leidos and Heathrow Airport are celebrating the 10th anniversary of Time-Based Separation (TBS) – using time intervals to manage aircraft separation on approach instead of fixed distances – delivered as a world first when their groundbreaking Intelligent Approach arrival spacing tool went live in 2015.

Now the results are in from the recent consultation on NATS OpenAir, we are moving into the next phase of our project aimed at designing a digital data backbone to pave the way to an integrated UK airspace of the future.

The day-to-day life of an airport engineer is incredibly varied – Jack Macdonald shares his experiences one of our Duty Engineering Officers at Glasgow Airport.

As one of the founding members of the Equal Skies Charter, we are committed to improving accessibility within the aviation and aerospace industries, and encouraging others in the sector to do the same through the Equal Skies Charter. Discover more about the progress so far and what’s coming next…

Last month I attended my first SESAR Annual Conference on behalf of NATS. It was a fantastic event, with world-leading innovation and cross-industry collaboration on full display. 

On the latest episode of Altitude, our expert panel explored the progress made in aviation sustainability and the challenges that remain. Their insights revealed a mix of optimism, determination, and a clear commitment to a more sustainable future. The key question: are we doing enough to shift the trajectory?

Kris Kolandjian is a recent graduate from our 12 month Level 5 Trainee Air Traffic Control Apprenticeship and has shared his experiences transitioning from the training college into becoming a Student Air Traffic Controller.

Our series of data visualisation videos showcase the complex role of air traffic control and the impressive work our controllers do to juggle the demands and challenges of our skies every day.