Airport Cooperative Research Program
ACRP, authorized by federal aviation legislation and funded through annual appropriations, was established in 2006. Sponsored by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), ACRP is an industry-driven program that produces practical research to address challenges faced by airport operators. Research topics are selected by an independent governing board appointed by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, comprising representatives from airports, academia, the FAA, and the aviation industry.
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TRB Webinar: The Evolution of Knowledge Management at Airports
- July 24, 2024
- 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM (ET)
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Industry-wide, airports are experiencing disruptive and continuous changes that include the rapid introduction of new technology, financial constraints, retirements, and the need to replace seasoned v...
TRB Webinar: New Corporate Environmental Standards Impacts on Airports
- June 6, 2024
- 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (ET)
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Environmental, social, and governance reporting is the term used for a corporate disclosure framework that focuses on a reporting organization’s risks and means of mitigating issues with respect to ES...
TRB Webinar: Improving Airport Operations and Sustainability via Landside Vehicles
- May 29, 2024
- 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (ET)
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Landside airport operations are a significant portion of an airport’s daily operations and customer experience. Surface traffic also contributes to a substantial portion of the carbon emissions at air...
TRB Webinar: Enhancing the Airport Experience with Wayfinding
- May 23, 2024
- 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (ET)
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Modern technology is radically changing how travelers find their way to their destinations. Vehicle mounted navigation systems and smart phone applications are rapidly changing travelers’ level of com...
TRB Webinar: Strategies to Respectfully Address Homelessness at Airports
- April 30, 2024
- 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (ET)
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People experiencing homelessness have been increasingly seeking shelter at airports due to a significant increase in homelessness and airports’ relative safety, transit accessibility, climate-controll...
TRB Webinar: Airport Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic
- April 16, 2024
- 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (ET)
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Airports of all sizes faced challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, heightened by the delicate balance between sustaining airport operations and public health and differing governance structures. TRB...
TRB Webinar: PFAS Source Differentiation at Airports
- March 21, 2024
- 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (ET)
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Airports are facing increased regulatory pressure to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on or near their facilities. To effectively manage this environmental challenge, it is imperativ...
TRB Webinar: Transformations in Wireless Connectivity at Airports
- March 11, 2024
- 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (ET)
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Airports are facing a pressing need to adapt to the growing demand for wireless connectivity, both in terms of implementing tools and providing connectivity. TRB hosted a webinar on Monday, March 11,...
TRB Webinar: Planning for the Emergence of Urban Air Mobility at Aviation Facilities
- February 28, 2024
- 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (ET)
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Urban Air Mobility (UAM) is an emerging transportation approach that has the potential to significantly transform transportation systems. Understanding the impacts and opportunities of UAM for airport...
TRB Webinar: Assessing Airport Programs for Travelers with Disabilities and Older Adults
- February 7, 2024
- 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (ET)
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To provide an inclusive and accessible travel experience for all, airports must consider the unique needs of travelers with functional limitations. TRB will host a webinar on Wednesday, February 7, 20...
TRB Webinar: Digital Tools to Enhance Customer Experience and Increase Airport Revenue
- January 31, 2024
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET)
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Many airports struggle to meet funding needs through traditional sources. By harnessing the power of digital tools, airports can transform the passenger experience while unlocking revenue generating o...
TRB Webinar: Airfield Design Principles and Unmanned Aircraft Systems
- November 9, 2023
- 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (ET)
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To improve safety, efficiency, and operational effectiveness, standardized apron and ramp markings at airports are needed across the United States. Additionally, as unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) con...
TRB Webinar: Developing Airport Programs to Combat Human Trafficking
- October 25, 2023
- 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (ET)
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Human traffickers often use local, state, and national infrastructure and transportation systems, including all types of airports, to undertake these activities. Trafficking is often difficult to dete...
TRB Webinar: Airport Insurance Requirements
- October 23, 2023
- 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (ET)
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Airport insurance programs can be complex with types of coverage, limits, retention amounts, and legal and contractual issues. TRB hosted a webinar on Monday, October 23, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM...
TRB Webinar: Systematic Inequality in the Airport Industry—Exploring the Racial Divide
- September 27, 2023
- 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM (ET)
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In 2022, TRB’s Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) hosted a two-day event to expand participants’ understanding of the challenges posed by systemic racism in the aviation industry, why it matt...