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Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) Synthesis Reports

Syntheses report on the state of the practice based on literature reviews and surveys of recent activities in critical areas. Syntheses also inform airport managers about innovations being used by others to solve problems.

Airfield Apron and Ramp Surface Markings Airfield Apron and Ramp Surface Markings
ACRP Synthesis 122
March 01, 2023
In the absence of comprehensive guidelines related to standards for surface apron and ramp markings, airports have worked with their specific stakeholder groups (such as airlines and ground crews) to develop unique apron and ramp marking practices that meet their operational needs. Consequently, variations are seen in apron and ramp markings at airports across the United States.

Managing a Flight Diversion with an Emergency Response at Small, Non-Hub, or General Aviation Airports Managing a Flight Diversion with an Emergency Response at Small, Non-Hub, or General Aviation Airports
ACRP Synthesis 121
February 10, 2023
Unexpected flight diversions may impact airport operations from routine to emergency incidents.

Airport Software Solutions and Services Sourcing Airport Software Solutions and Services Sourcing
ACRP Synthesis 120
September 21, 2022
The technology procurement process includes sourcing and acquiring software, hardware, and services. Systems and nuances of technology procurement vary within each airport, and navigating such variances at a pace that meets the airports’ needs and technology evolution can be challenging.

Considerations for Establishing and Maintaining Successful Pollinator Programs on Airports Considerations for Establishing and Maintaining Successful Pollinator Programs on Airports
ACRP Synthesis 119
August 04, 2022
Global reports of bee declines have fueled efforts to reduce threats to pollinators and raise public awareness of bees as pollinators of our food crops and native plants. Some airports have implemented pollinator-friendly practices and programs that restore habitat for bees and bring public awareness and appreciation to these fascinating insects.

Airport Parking Pricing Strategies Airport Parking Pricing Strategies
ACRP Synthesis 118
July 29, 2022
Parking is important for airports. More than 70 percent of airline passengers and visitors at most airports use private vehicles to access the airport, and public parking is an important contributor to an airport’s finances and revenues, frequently representing the largest source of non-aeronautical revenues at most airports.

Agricultural Operations on Airport Grounds Agricultural Operations on Airport Grounds
ACRP Synthesis 117
March 25, 2022
The increasing need to use airport land for non-aeronautical revenue and decrease operating expenses may generate consideration of on-airport farming operations and agricultural leasing.

Examples of Facility Space Provided for Community Use at Airports Examples of Facility Space Provided for Community Use at Airports
ACRP Synthesis 116
March 09, 2022
Airports make facilities available for non-commercial purposes, such as for community use by community or nonprofit groups.

Practices in Airport Emergency Plans Practices in Airport Emergency Plans
ACRP Synthesis 115
February 10, 2021
An airport emergency plan (AEP) is meant to support airports in defining roles and responsibilities of stakeholders during emergencies, identifying specific threats that could affect airports, and establishing communication protocols for the airport community.

Visual Arts Programs at Airports Visual Arts Programs at Airports
ACRP Synthesis 114
November 23, 2020
Every airport that aspires to high ratings must offer an engaging arts program because these are offered by all of the world’s most highly rated airports. It is also now generally accepted that airport arts programs yield many additional benefits for airports, passengers, and the communities in which airports are located. Airport arts programs have become an amenity that airport passengers now expect, and they serve to tether an airport to its local community.

Airport Workforce Programs Supporting Employee Well-Being Airport Workforce Programs Supporting Employee Well-Being
ACRP Synthesis 113
August 31, 2020
Airport employees face a variety of stressors in their daily work lives, and there are numerous and varied approaches that airports are currently taking to focus on employee well-being.

Airport Operations Training at Small Airports Airport Operations Training at Small Airports
ACRP Synthesis 112
October 05, 2020
Managers of airports of all sizes face a perennial dilemma: how to efficiently train operations personnel to meet Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 139 requirements and ensure a safe and secure airport environment.

Last Mile in General Aviation—Courtesy Vehicles and Other Forms of Ground Transportation Last Mile in General Aviation—Courtesy Vehicles and Other Forms of Ground Transportation
ACRP Synthesis 111
November 10, 2020
Providing connectivity to the local community or region served by a general aviation airport is essential for providing a complete service to airport users and capturing economic benefit whether large or small.

Airport Renewable Energy Projects Inventory and Case Examples Airport Renewable Energy Projects Inventory and Case Examples
ACRP Synthesis 110
September 25, 2020
Airports have implemented a variety of renewable energy technologies since 1999—with the largest growth occurring over the past decade—in parallel with the evolution and maturation of renewable energy markets. Of the renewable energy options available to airports today, the prevailing technology is solar photovoltaic (PV), which accounts for 72% of all projects cataloged in the Renewable Energy Projects Inventory.

Escalator Falls Escalator Falls
ACRP Synthesis 109
August 11, 2020
Escalator falls are a significant concern for risk management staff at airports and in mass transit systems. The major differences between the airport and transit environments are the amount of baggage carried onto the escalator and the level of unfamiliarity of people with the escalator environment in airports.

Characteristics of the FBO Industry 2018-2019 Characteristics of the FBO Industry 2018-2019
ACRP Synthesis 108
June 26, 2020
The fixed-base operator (FBO) industry provides aeronautical services to a wide spectrum of aircraft operators at airports. The term FBO is defined by the FAA as “a business granted the right by the airport sponsor to operate on an airport and provide aeronautical services . . .” The most basic FBO offers its customers self-service fueling, as well as a set of core services such as use of hangars, ground services, and, sometimes, aircraft maintenance.

Models for Law Enforcement at Airports Models for Law Enforcement at Airports
ACRP Synthesis 107
August 04, 2020
Each airport and its law enforcement model have a unique set of relationships, operations, and resources.

Airport Risk Identification and Prioritization Practices Airport Risk Identification and Prioritization Practices
ACRP Synthesis 106
February 05, 2020
Airports are using tools that help them identify risks within their environment. Most airports are providing a means to report risk. Smaller airports use low-cost options such as email, a 24/7 phone number, or a suggestion box. Larger airports have embraced safety management or enterprise risk management programs that include more expensive reporting and tracking systems.

Airport Surface Weather Observation Options for General Aviation Airports Airport Surface Weather Observation Options for General Aviation Airports
ACRP Synthesis 105
December 27, 2019
The needs of airports may vary depending on the types of operations typically conducted at the airport, as well as the type of weather common to the airport.

Current Landscape of Unmanned Aircraft Systems at Airports Current Landscape of Unmanned Aircraft Systems at Airports
ACRP Synthesis 104
December 16, 2019
The unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) industry is on the cutting edge of aviation innovation. Airports, including tenants and contractors, are discovering the benefits of UAS to their operations and bottom line. Yet, with the diversity of UAS applications at airports, there has been a lack of relevant industry data on this topic to inform the airport industry on current practices.

Promoting Aviation Career Education in High Schools and Community Colleges Promoting Aviation Career Education in High Schools and Community Colleges
ACRP Synthesis 103
December 02, 2019
More airport operations/management academic programs at both the high school and community college levels would help the airport industry. With baby boomers currently reaching retirement age at the rate of 10,000 each day, and later generations much smaller in size, new employees are not entering the workforce swiftly enough to replace those leaving because of retirement, illness, and other complicating factors.

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