This memorandum of understanding (MOU) is between the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Association of Air Traffic Specialists (NAATS). It represents the final and binding resolution of all impact and implementation bargaining on FAA Order 3120.24A, Change 1, Air Traffic Control Specialist On-The-job Training and Position Certification. The Parties agree to the following:

1. Implementation of this order will be made in accordance with Article 46 of the Parties' agreement.

2. Any decision by the Regional Air Traffic Division Manager to approve exceptions to the training review process will be communicated to- the Union at the Regional level. Any impact and implementation bargaining on this matter will be done under the provisions of Article 9 of the Parties' agreement at the level where the exception applies.

3. Where cross-sectional work groups are used to recommend facility training hours, Management determines the number, types and qualifications of employee(s) assigned to such work groups. The Union may then designate the bargaining unit employee(s) to the work group.