General
tdy
What does tdy mean?
'Temporary Duty' — a short-term assignment at a location other than the member's permanent duty station, after which they return; the Navy/Marine equivalent is TAD.
""He's TDY to the schoolhouse for six weeks.""
Origin
US Air Force/Army personnel abbreviation of 'temporary duty'.
Frequently asked questions
What does TDY stand for?
Temporary Duty — a short-term assignment away from a member's permanent duty station, after which they return home.
What is the difference between TDY and TAD?
They mean the same thing; TDY is the Air Force/Army term, while TAD (Temporary Additional/Assigned Duty) is the Navy and Marine Corps equivalent.
How is TDY different from PCS?
TDY is temporary and you return afterward, whereas PCS (Permanent Change of Station) is a long-term move to a new duty station.
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