Honeywell is testing a new suite of cockpit alerts called Surface Alert (SURF-A) designed to enhance pilot reaction times at congested airports. With the U.S. aviation market being the busiest globally, safety experts have raised concerns about runway incursions, which averaged 4.5 per day last year. The alerts aim to provide pilots with critical information earlier, potentially giving them up to 28 seconds of warning in some scenarios. Recent tests demonstrated the alerts' effectiveness in simulating near-miss situations, emphasizing the importance of timely notifications. The technology is expected to receive regulatory certification next year and can be retrofitted onto existing aircraft, making it a cost-effective safety measure. As runway incursions have peaked in recent years, Honeywell's advancements could play a crucial role in enhancing aviation safety.