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TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT INITIATIVE (TMI)

Pilot/Controller Glossary with JO 7110.65BB, Change 3, effective July 9, 2026 · Official text on faa.gov

Tools used to manage demand with capacity in the National Airspace System (NAS.) TMIs can be used to manage NAS resources (e.g., airports, sectors, airspace) or to increase the efficiency of the operation. TMIs can be either tactical (i.e., short term) or strategic (i.e., long term), depending on the type of TMI and the operational need.

Also called TMI.

In the 7110.65

Used in 3 paragraphs of JO 7110.65BB.

  1. 11-1-1Duty Responsibility
  2. 11-1-2Duties and Responsibilities
  3. 11-1-3Time Based Flow Management (TBFM)