Leidos has installed a new digital flight data system at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport designed to improve operational efficiency and safety.
The system was developed for the Federal Aviation Administration’s Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) program. It replaces traditional paper flight strips used by tower controllers with a digital platform that provides real-time data and predictive modeling tools to support aircraft movement on the ground.
According to Leidos, the system will help reduce delays, improve coordination between stakeholders and strengthen safety at one of the busiest airports in the USA.
The FAA began implementing TFDM at Reagan National in June 2025. The deployment was completed 45% faster than the typical 18-month implementation cycle, the company said.
Roy Stevens, president of the Homeland Sector at Leidos, said, “By accelerating TFDM at Reagan National and airports across the country, we’re helping the FAA reduce controller workload, streamline operations and enhance safety while making air travel more efficient and predictable for millions of people.”
The system includes digital flight strips and an integrated surface display that provide a shared, real-time operational view for controllers, air traffic managers and airline and airport operators. Leidos said these tools are intended to increase predictability and reduce operational risk during departures and arrivals.
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