ATC
DOT Watchdog Warns of Uncertainties with Key NextGen Program
The TFDM program is 20% over cost and almost three years behind schedule
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The FAA's TFDM program will improve ATC and airport ground operation efficiencies.

The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Office of Inspector General (OIG) found that the FAA is close to three years behind in the deployment of its Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) program, costs have increased by 20%, and airspace users may not realize benefits until at least next year.

TFDM is a key NextGen system designed to improve airport surface operations and air traffic control (ATC) efficiencies. These technologies have become a priority for the agency, particularly in light of the spate of high-profile close calls in recent years. The system is designed to integrate flight, surveillance, and traffic management information. TFDM also will automate manual flight data processes, including upgrading from paper flight strips used by controllers to track a flight’s progress to electronic flight strips and improve surface traffic flow management.

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