To reverse the upward trend in runway incursions, FAA must have a strong Runway Incursion Program to solve systemwide problems and expedite solutions. The Office of Inspector General report recommends that FAA (1) assign specific responsibility for implementing the Runway Incursion Action Plan, (2) disseminate local initiatives that work nationwide, (3) improve runway incursion data, and (4) focus on projects to reduce pilot deviations. At the local level, FAA needs to have a more focused Runway Incursion Program. It is recommended that FAA establish regional focal points to oversee runway incursion activities. These focal points should also periodically analyze runway incursion data for their airports and implement airport specific action plans when needed.

Office of Inspector General Audit Report