The Global Air Traffic Controllers Alliance strongly condemns the ongoing attacks and intimidation targeting air traffic controllers in Albania.
Air traffic control is a safety-critical profession. Those who carry out this vital work must be able to do so free from harassment, threats, and violence. Any attack on air traffic controllers — whether physical, professional, or reputational — is an attack on the safety of the flying public.
We stand in full solidarity with our Albanian colleagues and call on the relevant authorities to:
- Immediately investigate all reported incidents
- Ensure the physical safety and wellbeing of all controllers
- Protect the professional rights of aviation safety professionals
- Hold accountable those responsible for these actions
The Global ATC Alliance will continue to monitor this situation closely and raise it in all relevant international forums.