Leidos announced that the Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) system at Washington, D.C.’s Reagan National Airport is now fully operational. The installation, which began in June 2025, was completed and went live on February 19 2026, 45 % faster than the traditional 18‑month rollout cycle and the 10th airport to receive the system.
The TFDM platform replaces paper flight strips with a digital interface that delivers real‑time data and predictive modeling tools to tower controllers. By providing instant visibility into aircraft positions and movements, the system is designed to reduce delays, lower controller workload, and enhance overall safety at one of the nation’s busiest airports. The deployment is part of the Federal Aviation Administration’s Next Generation Air Transportation System modernization effort, which seeks to improve airport surface operations nationwide.
From a business perspective, the new installation adds a recurring revenue stream to Leidos’ government‑services portfolio. Leidos reported fiscal‑year revenue of approximately $17.2 billion, with 87 % of that coming from U.S. government contracts. The TFDM rollout demonstrates the company’s ability to deliver complex, mission‑critical solutions on schedule and within budget, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner for federal agencies and supporting its North Star 2030 strategy of rapid capability development and digital modernization.
Management highlighted the operational benefits of the system. Roy Stevens, Leidos’ Homeland Sector president, 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.” The quote underscores Leidos’ focus on improving federal agency performance through technology.
The installation at Reagan National is a tangible example of Leidos’ broader air‑traffic‑management portfolio, which now includes TFDM deployments at ten airports. The company’s track record of rapid, on‑time delivery positions it well to capture additional contracts as the FAA expands the program nationwide, aligning with Leidos’ strategic goal of expanding its footprint in high‑visibility, high‑impact government contracts.
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