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Research Grants The Smart Airport and Aviation Partnership (SAAP) invites proposals for aviation-related small research grants in amounts between $1,000 and $30,000. About SAAP Research Grants SUBSCRIBE The application period for this solicitation has ended. Please join our Mailing List for future events and funding opportunities SAAP is a public-private partnership formed to assist regional efforts to build an aviation ecosystem in Southern New Jersey. It is funded by a matching grant from the United State Economic Development Authority (USEDA). The central applicant for the grant was the Atlantic County Economic Alliance (ACEA), and the SAAP program is managed by ACEA with assistance from the National Institute of Aerospace. Both Cape May County and Atlantic County are among the partners comprising SAAP. ​ SAAP’s primary activities include (1) the business accelerator known as “flightPlan,” serving competitively selected cohorts of aviation-related companies, (2) the Small Research Grant program described here, (3) activities with our regional economic development partners that attract and facilitate aviation-related businesses in the Southern New Jersey region; and (4) support and encouragement of “Smart Airport” technologies. ​ Your grant proposal must include (in no more than 10 pages): Proponent’s resume or, if proponent is a company, resumes of founders and statement of corporate status (e.g., C corp, LLC), statement of corporate missions, and amount of time you have been in business; Link to your website, if any; Description of your proposed research and methodology, including the technology(ies) you propose to enhance or develop, anticipated duration of research, sites at which research will be performed, and why and to whom your research will be useful; Explanation of how your proposal aligns with SAAP missions and/or publicly-announced aims of the William J. Hughes FAA Technical Center located in Southern New Jersey; Identity and resumes of research and test team members; Articulation of how a SAAP grant will supplement your current resources and capabilities, how you plan to continue and conclude your research, including milestones, and what you will consider a successful conclusion; A budget, including milestones, supporting payments of grant funding (please note that larger grants may be made in progress payments as milestones are reached); Draft ConOps, if applicable; and Amount you are seeking, and specific budget of intended use(s) for that amount. Proponents may request a conceptual review seeking advance input from a grant evaluation team to ensure the proposal contains all necessary elements. The grant evaluation team will consist of the current SAAP Accelerator leadership team, the President of the National Aviation Research and Technology Park (NARTP), the President of the Atlantic County Economic Alliance (ACEA), and the Cape May County Commissioner with oversight for economic development. The team will forward a completed proposal to the SAAP Advisory Board with a recommendation as to whether the proposal should be accepted and funded. ​ Once a grant is awarded, the recipient will file monthly reports until the conclusion of the last milestone identified on recipient’s budget documents. The monthly reports will articulate what progress was made on the recipient’s research over the past month, and how the SAAP grant contributed to that work. Recipient also will comply with any requirements established by the ACEA, which maintains and dispenses the research grant funds. ​ All proposals are welcome and will be fully considered. We especially encourage minorities, women and veterans to join our community and experience the exciting innovation environment and growth potential of the aviation industry. Proposals also are especially encouraged from past and present members of flightPlan, the Aviation Accelerator. For all applications, financial need will be taken into account. ​ Applications are considered on a quarterly basis. Typically, awards will be made twice yearly, but the Director of SAAP shall have discretion to bring appropriate applications on an expedited basis to the Grant Review Committee and Advisory Committee. Proposals for the next round of competition for the grant must be submitted to the Program Manager at carole.mattessich@nianet.org . Awards will be finalized when approved by SAAP’s Advisory Committee. SUBSCRIBE The application period for this solicitation has ended. Please join our Mailing List for future events and funding opportunities

Public Safety SAAP and our Partners are committed to advancing the use of UAS in Public Safety missions. We host multiple free annual training programs, live exercises, and events open to Police, Fire, EMS, and offices of Emergency Management across New Jersey. 1 UAS Test-Flights More Info 2 Emergency Managment Exercise More Info 3 UAS Mini-Accelerator / On-demand training More Info

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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 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

NJ Aviation Roadshow Schedule Innovation Forums | November 2023 Thu, Nov 30 Thunder Room @ NARTP Nov 30, 2023, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM EST Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA Nov 30, 2023, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM EST Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA Innovation Forums are back! Please join us to meet innovators from across the county as we discuss some of the key challenges and opportunities felt by the industry. As always, we're here to help! Questions? Please email us at: innoforums@nianet.org Details Innovation Forums | October 2023 Thu, Oct 26 Thunder Room @ NARTP Oct 26, 2023, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA Oct 26, 2023, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA Innovation Forums are back! Please join us to meet innovators from across the county as we discuss some of the key challenges and opportunities felt by the industry. As always, we're here to help! Questions? Please email us at: innoforums@nianet.org Details NJ Aviation Roadshow #13 | NJ County Planners & Economic Development Orgs. Tue, Sep 12 Microsoft Teams Meeting Sep 12, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT Microsoft Teams Meeting Sep 12, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT Microsoft Teams Meeting The NJ Aviation Roadshow is a monthly virtual meeting addressing aviation assets, needs, and “wish lists” for each NJ County, to listen to what stakeholders are thinking. - What aviation-related topics do you consider important to your region? - Who do you consider to be key regional players? Details Innovation Forums | June 2023 Thu, Jun 29 Thunder Room @ NARTP Jun 29, 2023, 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM EDT Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA Jun 29, 2023, 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM EDT Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA Innovation Forums are back! Please join us to meet innovators from across the county as we discuss some of the key challenges and opportunities felt by the industry. As always, we're here to help! Questions? Please email us at: innoforums@nianet.org Details NJ Aviation Roadshow #11 | Academia Tue, Jun 13 Microsoft Teams Meeting Jun 13, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT Microsoft Teams Meeting Jun 13, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT Microsoft Teams Meeting The NJ Aviation Roadshow is a monthly virtual meeting addressing aviation assets, needs, and “wish lists” for each NJ County, to listen to what stakeholders are thinking. - What aviation-related topics do you consider important to your region? - Who do you consider to be key regional players? Details Innovation Forums | May 2023 Wed, May 17 Thunder Room @ NARTP May 17, 2023, 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM EDT Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA May 17, 2023, 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM EDT Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA Innovation Forums are back! Please join us to meet innovators from across the county as we discuss some of the key challenges and opportunities felt by the industry. As always, we're here to help! Questions? Please email us at: innoforums@nianet.org Details NJ Aviation Roadshow #10 | Union & Hudson Counties Tue, May 09 Microsoft Teams Meeting May 09, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT Microsoft Teams Meeting May 09, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT Microsoft Teams Meeting The NJ Aviation Roadshow is a monthly virtual meeting addressing aviation assets, needs, and “wish lists” for each NJ County, to listen to what stakeholders are thinking. - What aviation-related topics do you consider important to your region? - Who do you consider to be key regional players? Details Innovation Forums | April 2023 Thu, Apr 20 Thunder Room @ NARTP Apr 20, 2023, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM EDT Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA Apr 20, 2023, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM EDT Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA Innovation Forums are back! Please join us to meet innovators from across the county as we discuss some of the key challenges and opportunities felt by the industry. As always, we're here to help! Questions? Please email us at: innoforums@nianet.org Details NJ Aviation Roadshow #9 | Morris, Passaic, Bergen & Essex Counties Tue, Apr 11 Microsoft Teams Meeting Apr 11, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT Microsoft Teams Meeting Apr 11, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT Microsoft Teams Meeting The NJ Aviation Roadshow is a monthly virtual meeting addressing aviation assets, needs, and “wish lists” for each NJ County, to listen to what stakeholders are thinking. - What aviation-related topics do you consider important to your region? - Who do you consider to be key regional players? Details Innovation Forums | March 2023 Thu, Mar 30 Thunder Room @ NARTP Mar 30, 2023, 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM EDT Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA Mar 30, 2023, 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM EDT Thunder Room @ NARTP, 600 Aviation Research Blvd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, USA Innovation Forums are back! Please join us to meet innovators from across the county as we discuss some of the key challenges and opportunities felt by the industry. As always, we're here to help! Questions? Please email us at: innoforums@nianet.org Details NJ Aviation Roadshow #8 | Passaic & Morris Counties Tue, Mar 07 Microsoft Teams Meeting Mar 07, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST Microsoft Teams Meeting Mar 07, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST Microsoft Teams Meeting The NJ Aviation Roadshow is a monthly virtual meeting addressing aviation assets, needs, and “wish lists” for each NJ County, to listen to what stakeholders are thinking. - What aviation-related topics do you consider important to your region? - Who do you consider to be key regional players? Details NJ Aviation Roadshow #7 | Warren & Sussex Counties Tue, Feb 07 Microsoft Teams Meeting Feb 07, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST Microsoft Teams Meeting Feb 07, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST Microsoft Teams Meeting The NJ Aviation Roadshow is a monthly virtual meeting addressing aviation assets, needs, and “wish lists” for each NJ County, to listen to what stakeholders are thinking. - What aviation-related topics do you consider important to your region? - Who do you consider to be key regional players? Details NJ Aviation Roadshow #6 | Somerset, Hunterdon, Mercer & Middlesex Counties Tue, Dec 06 Microsoft Teams Meeting Dec 06, 2022, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST Microsoft Teams Meeting Dec 06, 2022, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST Microsoft Teams Meeting The NJ Aviation Roadshow is a monthly virtual meeting addressing aviation assets, needs, and “wish lists” for each NJ County, to listen to what stakeholders are thinking. What aviation-related topics do you consider important to your region? Who do you consider to be key regional players? Details Aviation Roadshow #5 | Mercer & Middlesex Counties Mon, Nov 21 Teams Nov 21, 2022, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST Teams Nov 21, 2022, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST Teams Details Aviation Roadshow #4 | Monmouth & Ocean Counties Tue, Oct 11 Online Event Oct 11, 2022, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT Online Event Oct 11, 2022, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT Online Event Details Aviation Roadshow #3 | Camden & Burlington Counties Tue, Sep 13 Online Event Sep 13, 2022, 11:00 AM EDT – Sep 14, 2022, 12:30 PM EDT Online Event Sep 13, 2022, 11:00 AM EDT – Sep 14, 2022, 12:30 PM EDT Online Event Details

Innovation Forums SAAP is re-starting it's “Innovation Forums” open to members of the UAS and Aviation community. Participants are asked to provide self-introductions and to describe the challenges and triumphs of the UAS efforts on which they currently are working. This backgrounding provides excellent opportunities later in the day when we serve lunch and provide networking time, as innovators seek one another out to discuss the work that each described earlier. In addition, at some point during the session, we have a presentation by a noted UAS innovator, which further sparks lively discussion (and, sometimes, even debate). Learn More ​ Upcoming Events No events at the moment More on Innovation Forums ​ Our community has grown, starting with a group of 9 innovators nearly 10 years ago, and now includes hundreds of UAS-related innovators from throughout New Jersey and surrounding states. Attendees include members of private industry, government, and academia. Many travel hours to attend a session that will permit them to meet colleagues and kindred souls. We also typically are very fortunate to have representatives from our neighbor, the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center, join as guests. We’ve watched happily as innovators assist one another in developing technological workarounds, and have even watched companies merge after their principals discovered critical synergies through the Forums. ​ There is no charge for the Forums; they are funded in part by a grant from the USEDA. Attendance is limited to 35 guests per session in order to preserve the smaller-scale, high-quality closeness that is one of the hallmarks of the Program and our SAAP community.

Government, Private Industry, and Academia in the aviation-hub Partners Members Special Advisors Partners Atlantic County Economic Alliance (ACEA) Atlantic County, N.J. Cape May County, N.J. National Institute of Aerospace (NIA) U.S. Economic Development Administration Members American Aerospace Technologies Incorporated (AATI) Applied Research Associates (ARA) SJTA/Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) Dave Sweet (former Boeing executive) Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA) National Aerospace Research & Technology Park (NARTP) New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) TechUnited Optimal Solutions & Technology (OST) Stockton University Thunderbolt Industries LLC Woolpert Special Advisors David Sweet Jon Schleifer Eric Neiderman

Emergency Management Exercises Each year, SAAP and our Partners collaborate with Public Safety and Emergency Management professionals from across the Northeast to facilitate joint exercises simulating various scenarios e.g. natural disasters, extreme weather events, etc. ​ These events and research activities are intended to help advance the use of UAS in Public Safety. Learn More Download AATI's '21 EMX Report

About the New Jersey Aviation Business Center Located in Atlantic City, the NJ Aviation Business Center is dedicated to helping area residents identify and leverage Aviation opportunities. The USEDA funded the effort to plan this Center in order to help ensure that underserved populations have a full opportunity to fully participate in the economic benefits of the growth of aviation in the Southern New Jersey region. Let us help you take your aviation ideas to the next level. ​ Subscribe for FREE Updates Jump to Resources Resources available to you! 1 Education & Training Programs NJ has over 200 technical schools, community colleges, universities, and flight schools that offer aviation education or training programs. We've put them together in one place to make your search easy! More Info 2 Jobs & Careers Looking to put your skills to work? NJ has aviation-related jobs for pilots, mechanics, engineers, software developers, and more. More Info 3 Small Business Owners Do you have an Aviation related business, technology concept, or innovative idea? We have free resources, events, and mentorship available to help you level up. More Info Don't see what you're looking for? Please reach out - we'll be happy to help.

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