ACTI Advocates On Behalf Of CTI Institutions, Students, and Veterans
We are fighting to reverse the abrupt and drastic changes to the hiring process for our nations' Air Traffic Controllers
Welcome to the Association of Collegiate Training Institutions
The Association of Collegiate Training Institutions (ACTI) is a non-profit organization composed of institutions of higher learning that train students in the complex field of air traffic control and other aviation related subject matter. Our members are accredited institutions of higher learning, and associated faculty, located in over twenty states.
Due to our training methodologies our collective students certify as air traffic controllers at a much higher rate than individuals without a background or professional experience as an air traffic controller. The last study confirming this was completed in June 2013 by the FAA's Civil Aeronautical Medical Institute. ACTI has developed rigorous standards to ensure that all CTI schools produce an outstanding candidate for air traffic control employment. Schools that adopt these standards are eligible for ACTI accreditation.
Safety and knowledge are the foundations of our curriculum. We believe in fair opportunities for all students who wish to work as air traffic controllers regardless of race, gender or ethnicity.
Mission & Goals
ACTI's mission is to advocate for preferential hiring for CTI graduates, promote government accountability, and ensure FAA maintains a pool of highly qualified candidates.
Learn more about our Mission and GoalsMembership
ACTI advocates for its 26 Member Institutions which represent a broad and diverse student body.
Our MembersAdvocacy
ACTI is an active participant in the legislative, judicial, and executive system, adovating for transparency, accountability, and ensuring the best qualified candidates are selected, saving tax-payer money and ensuring public safety.
Learn about our EffortsLatest Posts
New FAA rules stopping Mt. SAC students from getting jobs as air traffic controllers, SGV Tribune
By Steve Scauzillo, San Gabriel Valley Tribune POSTED: 04/15/14, 9:05 PM PDT | UPDATED: ON 04/15/2014 Veteran Chris Schneider worked as an air traffic controller in the Air Force. He went back to school and earned a degree in aviation science from Mt. San Antonio College, carrying a 3.48 GPA. He passed the government’s aptitude […]
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Constitution and Bylaws
ACTIConstitutionApril2014 Bylaws
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FAA Closes a Hiring Runway for Air-Traffic Controllers, WSJ
Colleges, Students Balk as Agency Ends an Inside Track By SUSAN CAREY May 22, 2014 7:04 p.m. ET For years, aspiring air-traffic controllers in the U.S. have enrolled in schools selected by the Federal Aviation Administration to offer special courses that could smooth the way for a job at the agency. https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB10001424052702304655304579551972980383170
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Position Paper
This paper will provide an historical overview of the FAA Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (CTI) program and summarize recent decisions regarding the new air traffic controller hiring process that was announced on January 8, 2014. The following discussion will show why this new hiring process will jeopardize air traffic safety, cost millions of dollars […]