Namibia ATC

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To all Namibian Air traffic Controllers

13 October 2007

NAMATCA strongly condemns the recent allegations made in the media by a junior controller on the safety of the Namibia Airspace. The allegations made are void of any truth and serve only as sensationalize propaganda from a disgruntled person.

Please note that this controller is known and NAMATCA is currently in negotiations with relevant government organs in the ministry to address this issue on suitable disciplinary that will be taken against this controller. These allegations not only tarnish the international image of the country but have a severe effect on the economy of the country.

Although NAMATCA acknowledges and respects the right of freedom of speech, it also has its limitations the moment it stands as a threat to the rights of others, in this case the Namibian nation as a whole. The Namibian economy strongly relies on tourism which is served mainly through our airspace, as most of our tourists are from Europe and make use of air travel. The allegations made on this website (www.pprune.com) clearly indicate that this controller has no regard for the integrity of this country’s hard earned independence but disturbingly shows this controller is a great threat to aviation safety in Namibia.

NAMATCA thus urged its members, as well as none members, to refrain from such action actions and to consult the relevant officers appointed in the ministry to address any grievances through the proper channels. If any public statements must be made concerning Namibian air space it will be done so with the blessing from the Minister

From the President of the Namibian Air traffic Controllers Association

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