IFATCA is the worldwide organisation representing more than fifty thousand air traffic controllers in 137 countries.

The goals of the Federation are:
 

To promote safety, efficiency, and regularity in international air navigation. To assist and advise in the development of safe and orderly systems of air traffic control and new procedures and facilities. To promote and uphold a high standard of knowledge and professional efficiency among air traffic controllers. To closely cooperate with international and national aviation authorities and institutions concerned with air navigation. To sponsor and support the passage of legislation and regulations which will increase and protect the safety of air navigation. To strive for a world-wide federation of Air Traffic Controllers’ Associations.