Applicability of Public Law 89-306 to the FAA Procurement of Computers for the Air Traffic Control System
AFMD-82-47
Published: Feb 18, 1982. Publicly Released: Feb 18, 1982.
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Highlights
In response to a congressional request, GAO reviewed the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) planning, management, and acquisition of automated information systems for air traffic control and FAA management purposes.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status Sort descending |
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| Department of Transportation | The Secretary of Transportation should revise Department of Transportation (DOT) Order 1370.2A to eliminate the present blanket exemption and to substitute language closer to the current GSA language. |
Closed – Implemented
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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| Department of Transportation | The Administrator, FAA, should comply with the provisions of P.L. 89-306 in procuring the replacement computers for the air traffic control system. |
Closed – Implemented
There is still inconsistency in how the Office of the Secretary and FAA handle air traffic control computer acquisitions. At issue is the development of a definitive DOT order on ADP acquisitions, including language pertaining to air traffic control computers.
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