{"id":32671,"date":"2025-09-01T17:43:49","date_gmt":"2025-09-01T17:43:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stateaviationjournal.com\/?p=32671"},"modified":"2025-09-01T17:43:51","modified_gmt":"2025-09-01T17:43:51","slug":"celebrating-20-years-of-the-airport-cooperative-research-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stateaviationjournal.com\/index.php\/news\/airports\/celebrating-20-years-of-the-airport-cooperative-research-program\/%20","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating 20 Years of the Airport Cooperative Research Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The airport industry relies upon unbiased research to address today\u2019s evolving challenges. Established in 2005, the Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) serves as a trusted partner to airport professionals nationwide, offering free research-based solutions, including case studies, guidance and tools for the airport industry. This year ACRP is celebrating its 20th anniversary, recognizing the partnerships, programmatic resources, and research that have supported evidence-based solutions to address the challenges that airports across the country experience.&nbsp; In 2025, ACRP is celebrating this important milestone by bringing together airport professionals to share their stories about ACRP research and programs that have supported their industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ACRP is commemorating its 20<sup>th<\/sup> anniversary with a special celebration, bringing airport practitioners together to gain an insider\u2019s look at ACRP\u2019s role in advancing practical, responsive solutions and sharing impact stories from across the country. The<em> Celebrating 20 Years: How You Can Drive Airport Innovation with ACRP<\/em> virtual event is scheduled on September 26, 1:00 \u2013 1:45 PM ET, featuring special guests, trivia, prizes, and much more! Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trb.org\/ACRP\/ACRP20Anniversary.aspx\">ACRP 20<sup>th<\/sup> Anniversary page<\/a> for more information on this celebration and how to get involved, or <a href=\"https:\/\/nasem.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_o5MaAyfPTmyNWoVVFt6Ecg#\/registration\">click here<\/a> to sign up for the virtual event.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By serving the airport industry for 20 years with responsive research and programs, ACRP has provided many ways for airport industry professionals to participate in research and create the tools they need. Carlos Ruiz, Director of Commercial Management at Cincinnati\/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), shared that, \u201cas a young professional, ACRP has been instrumental in expanding my understanding of the complex challenges facing the airport industry. Their industry-driven research is not only insightful but also highly applicable across many aspects of airport management.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond delivering valuable research, the program offers opportunities for professionals at every career stage. These activities not only contribute to ACRP\u2019s programming, but they strengthen the entire airport community by building relationships, promoting airport knowledge, and supporting professional development.&nbsp; By staying engaged, airport professionals help ensure that ACRP research reflects real-world needs and delivers solutions that matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seasoned airport professionals to new practitioners can benefit from being from participating in ACRP in numerous ways:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stay informed<\/strong> by visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trb.org\/ACRP\/ACRP.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ACRP website<\/a> to explore current research, tools, and publications.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Join an event <\/strong>and participate in an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trb.org\/ACRP\/ACRPWebinars.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ACRP Webinar<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trb.org\/ACRP\/ACRP-Insight-Events.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Insight Event<\/a> to connect with fellow professionals and shape the future of the industry.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contribute your ideas<\/strong> by submitting a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trb.org\/ACRP\/problemstatements.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Problem Statement<\/a>\u2014ACRP wants to hear about the challenges and opportunities you&#8217;re facing.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serve as a Panelist <\/strong>by applying for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trb.org\/ACRP\/CRPInfoPanelMembers.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Project Panel committee<\/a> with the opportunity to review project proposals and support the development of industry research.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Become an Ambassador<\/strong> and help promote ACRP\u2019s value throughout your professional network by serving as an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trb.org\/ACRP\/ACRPAmbassadors.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ACRP Ambassador<\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay connected to ACRP Updates <\/strong>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trb.org\/ACRP\/ACRPGetNotfiied.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sign-up<\/a> for timely updates on the latest ACRP research and programs.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Connect to ACRP academic opportunities<\/strong> and participate in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trb.org\/ACRP\/GraduateResearchAwards.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Graduate Research Award<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trb.org\/ACRP\/ACRPDesignCompetition.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University Design Competition<\/a> programs. \u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Join the 20<sup>th<\/sup> Anniversary celebration <\/strong>and <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.microsoft.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=ANV1l5vkp0meJBraCHvm7gJBPJf2NQlFp9IPs8FeQAtUOFo3UUpVVUEyMVI5OTJCVEFJWUg3MEc1QS4u&amp;route=shorturl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sign-up<\/a> to share your story and get on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/1\/edit?mid=1CXaU_U0LjosxdcP3ieHx8aEsGlpq_XI&amp;ll=38.29692690298304%2C-112.82267710077281&amp;z=5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ACRP map<\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As the aviation landscape continues to evolve, ACRP remains committed to responding to the industry&#8217;s most pressing and complex challenges. Just like airports continue to connect people, economies, and ideas across the globe, ACRP bridges research to practice, ideas to action, and professionals to each other.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The airport industry relies upon unbiased research to address today\u2019s evolving challenges. Established in 2005, the Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) serves as a trusted partner to airport professionals nationwide, offering free research-based solutions, including case studies, guidance and tools for the airport industry. 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