# FAA Seeks Datalink Input in Washington

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will hold a Domestic Datalink Services (DDLS) Industry Day at FAA Headquarters in Washington, District of Columbia, December 8–10, 2026. This is market research, not a solicitation: the FAA is gathering industry input to shape acquisition planning and requirements for domestic air-to-ground datalink services. Qualified companies must submit capability statements by November 10, 2026, and the FAA may invite some respondents to one-on-one discussions. The agency is considering an end-to-end services and monitoring scope, potentially structured as a contract of up to 10 years, with transition from the existing Domestic Communications Service (DCIS) contract—which is stated to expire September 30, 2029—as a planning consideration.

- Capability statements are due **November 10, 2026 (19 days away)**. Qualified firms interested in influencing the requirements should submit by that date.
- The December 8–10 Industry Day and possible one-on-one discussions provide an opportunity to communicate capabilities while the FAA is still conducting market research; participation does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of a procurement.
- Companies should assess their ability to provide end-to-end domestic air-to-ground datalink services and monitoring, and account for the stated DCIS expiration when considering potential transition needs.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Transportation, Information Technology
**Topics:** Digital Infrastructure
**Published:** October 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

### Sources
- [FAA DDLS Industry Day: Market Research for Domestic Air-to-Ground Datalink Services](https://app.govly.com/opportunities/17276940) - SAM