The SURF-A software functions as an additional layer of situational awareness, utilizing GPS data and automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) equipment to monitor runway traffic. When the system detects a collision trajectory, it generates both aural and visual warnings for pilots approximately 15 to 30 seconds before a potential impact. The technology integrates directly into existing cockpit displays, signaling "Traffic on runway" alerts to the flight crew.

Jim Currier, president and CEO of Honeywell Aerospace, noted that the system was developed to provide pilots with the necessary time to identify hazards and execute corrective maneuvers. Aeromexico’s decision marks a significant adoption of the software, which is designed as an upgrade to the Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System and Traffic Collision Avoidance System already present on the airline's aircraft. FAA certification for the technology on Boeing platforms is slated to commence in the fourth quarter of 2026, extending through 2027. Santiago Diago, chief operations officer at Aeromexico, stated that the move reflects the airline's long-standing focus on prioritizing safety through innovative technological investments.