ACRP - Airport Cooperative Research Program

Name: ACRP - Airport Cooperative Research Program
Address: 500 5th Street NW, Washington D.C., DC, 20001, US
Telephone: (202) 334-2277
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The Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) is an industry-driven, applied research program. ACRP can address any issue faced by airport operators.

The Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) is an industry-driven, applied research program that develops near-term, practical solutions to problems faced by airport operators. ACRP is managed by the Transportation Research Board (TRB) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, and sponsored by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Some projects may apply to only specific types of airports, such as general aviation or air carrier airports, while others apply to virtually all airports. Projects may target areas as diverse as safety, security, operations, environment, planning, design, construction, maintenance, administration, policy, and human resources.

09/30/2026

Of the 4,000+ airports in the country, most are government-owned. This poses intricate challenges for spending federal funds on infrastructure and other airport resources.

ACRP LRD 50: Buy America Requirements for Federally Obligated Airports updates a previous LRD from 2013 to include new requirements under the IIJA (Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act) of 2021.

To unpack the application of the domestic content thresholds, click here: https://ow.ly/1KAI50ZT88K

09/28/2026

Earlier this year, we asked Angi Daus of Asheville Regional Airport to share her experience on an ACRP project panel. She discussed her trip to Washington, D.C.; her time as a panelist for "Measuring Changes in Air Service Connectivity on Regional Economic Productivity: Update to ACRP Research Report 132"; and why she chose to become an ACRP project panelist. In her words: "I believe this to be an exceptional way to be of service to my country and to my industry."

To nominate yourself or someone else for an ACRP Project panel, submit your qualifications here by September 30: https://ow.ly/wRg950ZSqVq

09/21/2026

Understanding the proposal process can be daunting, but we're here to help and break it down for you step-by-step, starting with these tips:

1. Perform a Self-Assessment: Do you have the capacity to take on the project, if selected?
2. Follow Instructions: Proposals not prepared in conformance with ACRP's instructions are rejected.
3. Build a Strong Team: Assign clear roles.
4. Provide a Detailed Research Approach: Include tasks with descriptions of what each will accomplish.
5. Optimize the Available Budget: If you can complete the tasks under budget, consider expanding the project's scope.

For all 10 Tips on developing a competitive proposal ahead of RFP season, watch our full video overview: https://ow.ly/jxa950ZPLVc

09/17/2026

In the coming months, we will request proposals from industry professionals and specialists focused on specific industry challenges.

If you want to learn more about ACRP's research cycle or want to respond to a competitive RFP that best matches your interests and experience, visit our resources page outlining the process: https://ow.ly/31bE50ZOSGn

09/14/2026

Transportation Research Board's Cooperative Research Programs are accepting nominations for volunteers to serve on each listed project oversight panel. We encourage all qualified individuals with experience related to the project topic to apply.

This year's ACRP project topics include:

* Peak Pricing for Runway and Gate Capacity Management
* Airport Electrification Readiness Planning
* Fatigue Management for Airport Ground Operations

These, along with more than fifteen other topics, are available to explore here: https://ow.ly/iepy50ZNv8Q

You may nominate yourself or someone else by selecting an action on the relevant project.

Submit your nomination by Wednesday, September 30: https://ow.ly/iepy50ZNv8Q

09/08/2026

Labor Day marks what many consider the end of summer and when many airport professionals everywhere can take a collective breath of relief. While you rest and rejuvenate in the days and weeks ahead, ACRP has all the resources you need to ramp up to the next busy season of holiday travel.

See our full list of research collections and browse our reports by subject here: https://ow.ly/rhgN50ZKKhu

09/02/2026

September is National Preparedness Month, and every year, FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency encourages Americans to prepare for possible emergencies or disasters.

While it's important to plan at the individual level, it's also a good time to look at overarching preparedness plans that affect our entire industry.

Get disaster-ready by revisiting ACRP Research Report 263: Creating Self-Directed Resiliency Plans for General Aviation Airports: https://ow.ly/kk3050ZIjLT

08/31/2026

Summer travel is slowing down, and the airport industry's next peak (holiday travel) is on the horizon. When onboarding new staff for a busy season, it's essential that small airports have the resources needed to adapt to ongoing changes.

ACRP's Impacts on Practice: Onboarding New Staff with ACRP Resources details how the Indiana Department of Transportation shares ACRP research products with new airport managers, providing guidance and real-world case studies to address a range of airport challenges.

Planning ahead is crucial during the lulls in travel spikes, making this the perfect time to explore more: https://ow.ly/NF6O50ZHomJ

08/27/2026

Join us on September 2 from 2:00 – 3:00 PM (ET) for our next webinar, "Legal Issues Concerning the Safety and Security of General Aviation Airports."

Safety and security have always been pressing issues at airports, and state and local laws adapt as threats emerge. ACRP Synthesis 3: General Aviation Safety and Security Practices, 2007, captured practices and drew conclusions on safety and security at general aviation airports. This webinar will evaluate those conclusions, review state regulations since then, and categorize them.

Speakers include Summer Marr (Marr Arnold Planning) and C. Edward Young (Jetlaw, LLC).

Register here (required): https://ow.ly/lH0h50ZGb57

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day from ACRP! While we love our furry companions, they can pose logistical challenges when it comes to airport travel. ACRP Synthesis Report 64 delves into ways airports can develop a coordinated approach to animal transportation to better support their well-being and address issues that may arise: https://ow.ly/ORQf50ZFP79

What's your experience navigating the obstacles associated with animal travel, and what have you learned from your airport's approach? Share with us in the comments!

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http://www.trb.org/acrp

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