Membership Opportunities

Membership in the Next Generation Aviation Research and Technology Park is open to individuals and organizations that want to support the advancement of aviation.  These include, but are not limited to academia, Government agencies, industry, airports, commercial airlines and carriers, aviation associations, business aviation, general aviation, and pilot organizations.  Membership does not require residency at the research park.

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  • A “seat at the table” and the chance to contribute to the future of aviation
  • Increased visibility and business opportunities
  • State-of-the-art laboratory and support space at the gate of the FAA WJHTC
  • Opportunity for industry, researchers, scientists, and students to collaborate in a realistic aviation research environment
  • Participation in Streamlined Acquisition of proven products
  • Commercialization of products through the FAA Technology Transfer Program
  • Mentor-Protégé relationships for Small Businesses
  • Product incubation, commercialization, and innovation
  • Participation in NJ Programs offering grants, loans, and tax incentives
  • Invitations to research symposiums, conferences, and other events
Membership Levels   

There are several levels of membership that offer different benefits, including participation on the management and technical advisory teams and access to realistic, integrated research facilities.
 
Membership Dues   

Membership dues will be assessed annually.  Annual dues will be used to implement, maintain, and operate a professional, state-of-the-art research facility.   Membership dues are also a requirement for some federal and state grants.

Membership Selection Process   

Membership Selection will consist of a Prospective Member Application, outreach by the ARTP Membership Committee, interviews, and selection.  Membership criteria will ensure a diverse membership with advanced systems, products, and capabilities.  The criteria include corporate history, past performance in aviation, ownership, corporate financial performance, and commitment to support aviation research at the park.
 
Real Estate Transactions

A Letter of Commitment between a developer or leaseholder and the member will be used to secure space on the research park.


MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

LEVEL  ANNUAL DUES  Advisor to the Board of Trustees Management Advisory Team Technical Advisory Team Use of all Research Facilities
Cornerstone Member
$25,000
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Associate Member
$10,000
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Member
$5,000

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Supporter of the Park
>$1,000


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Membership Application
Contact Executive Director Ron Esposito directly at Ron.Esposito@nextgenaviationpark.org.