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Director’s Message The “perfect storm” isn’t a concept favored by aviation or maritime professionals, two professions we hold close in South Jersey. Yet as metaphor useful content, it serves well for what’s happening here today. ​ Over the past five years, as Cape May County was building a nationally recognized UAS Program, its neighbor to the north, Atlantic County, was rediscovering and establishing fabulous general aviation resources. Not the least of these: the Atlantic City International Airport (ACY). Atlantic County also began developing an MRO facility, and both Atlantic and Cape May Counties broke ground on major workplaces for technology companies. ​ Full message below... ​ In our aviation-related events, we’re privileged to have the participation of important entities like our neighbor the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center, the United States Coast Guard, New Jersey State Police, New Jersey Office of Homeland Security, and many more. We have strong support from state and federal Economic Development Authorities and legislative and congressional delegations. ​ Perhaps most important, we are being discovered by innovators. It’s a thrill to serve at a time like this, with the stars aligning. ​ We’ll be exploring things like enhanced data analysis, intelligent design, and strategically balanced airport infrastructure, even as we partner with companies from around the country who use South Jersey airspace for R&D. It’s all about innovation, connectivity, collaboration and the latest in the aviation industry. ​ The perfect storm …. an alignment of stars …. Watch for us. Even better, join us! ​ Carole Mattessich, Director Smart Airport and Aviation Partnership

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About the New Jersey Aviation Business Center Opportunities for Small Businesses Back to Programs Opportunities for Small Businesses On-Site Presence Interaction with peers and mentors Read More Innovation Forums meet with like-minded founders Read More Technology Demonstrations showcase your tech to stakeholders Read More flightPlan Accelerator aviation business accelerator Read More NJ SBDC Small Business Development Center Read More

The Smart Airport and Aviation Partnership (SAAP) manages flightPlan the aviation business accelerator. Founders accepted into the program work with aviation professionals, regulators, industry, and potential funders to help reach their full potential. Apply to flightPlan Download Brochure Reffer a company Need more info? funded in part through an i6 Challenge Grant from the US Economic Development Administration 8 Company Cohort We accept an average of 8 companies each year ranging from all stages of growth. 12 Week Program We offer an intensive 12-week curriculum covering general business training, FAA regulations, funding, etc. Hybrid / Virtual Cohorts meet twice weekly (remote) with opportunities to join in-person at the National Aerospace Research & Technology Park. Founder Focused We focus our training on founders to help equip them with the skills, relationships, and opportunities to level-up their businesses. 100% funded by Federal Grants No Fees and 0% Equity This program is funded through grants from the US EDA. We'll never ask you for equity - the only investment to participate is your time . Courses & Workshops addressing the challenges on starting, operations, and sustaining an agile and innovative company including leadership development for your management team. 1:1 Mentoring by aviation and business experts who help develop teaming, commercialization and growth strategies. Networking Work with Peers, learn from SME's and meet potential future partners ​Engagement with regulators & aviation leaders from the nationally renowned FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center, SMEs, and key industry members Among our graduates:

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About Our Mission The purpose of the partnership is to transform Southern New Jersey’s innovation ecosystem by incubating, accelerating, and attracting new businesses into a high-tech cluster. Companies in the cluster will leverage “smart” infrastructure and Internet-of-Things technologies for airport and aviation applications in collaboration with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and airports in both Atlantic County and Cape May County. Core Values Public <> Private Partnership Objectivity & Transparency Supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion