2027 OCAP Sessions
Check out the previous OCAP Sessions!
October 8th, 2026 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
OCAP Kickoff Airport Roles & Responsibilities
- Welcome and orientation to the OCAP program. Overview of airport management structures, key responsibilities, and how airports interface with local, state, and federal entities.
Upcoming Session Dates
Topics for the sessions through February 4th will be announced once the schedule is confirmed.
October 22nd, 2026 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
November 12th, 2026 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
November 19th, 2026 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
December 3rd, 2026 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
December 17th, 2026 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
January 7th, 2027 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
January 21st, 2027 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
February 4th, 2027 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
February 18th, 2027 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
OCAP Program Review
- Comprehensive review of the OCAP program content, including key concepts, participant questions, and final preparation for the certification exam.
February 25th, 2027 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
OCAP Certification Exam
- Final assessment covering all topics. Administered virtually with proctoring. Successful completion earns OCAP certification.
Session Topics
The following topics will be covered throughout the program. Specific dates for each topic will be announced once confirmed.
Airport 101
- Learn the basics of how airports function and the steps to keeping them operating safely and smoothly.
How To Build Your CIP
- This session will cover the planning and budgeting for your airport through the shorter-term plans in your capital improvement plan submitted to the state and FAA.
Airfield Inspections
- Learn all about how to conduct an airfield inspection to ensure that your airfield is safe for users.
Wildlife
- Discuss all of the different aspects of wildlife control on an airport and the hazards presented by animals on an airfield. Also discuss how to complete a wildlife strike report with the FAA.
Minimum Standards
- This session will explore what minimum standards are and why they are important to airport operations. We will discuss best practices and give examples from various airports.
Grant Assurances
- When receiving funds from the FAA there are rules that must be followed even long after a project has completed. This session will cover what those rules say and the issues that can come from non-compliance.
Master Planning
- This session will cover the master planning process, key considerations for successful implementation, stakeholder engagement strategies, and how master plans support funding and capital improvement decisions. Attendees will gain practical insights to help their airports plan effectively for the future.
Part 77/Protection Areas
- There are areas around an airport that must be cleared of obstacles and obstructions. This session will cover what those areas are, how big they are, and what you can do as an airport operator to ensure they remain clear.
Emerging Tech
- This session will look at new technology that is on the horizon that airport operators need to be aware of and begin planning for.
