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Charlotte Douglas International Airport and UNC Charlotte forge partnership to advance aviation innovation and workforce development

Charlotte Douglas International Airport and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on research, innovation and workforce development initiatives that will accelerate the future of aviation in the Charlotte region and beyond. 

The partnership unites CLT’s operational expertise and UNC Charlotte’s research leadership to explore and execute advanced technologies, elevate traveler experiences and cultivate a robust talent pipeline for the aviation industry. The collaboration will support the development of the Charlotte Aviation Innovation and Research Institute, inclusive of a mixed-use innovation and training hub near the airport designed to foster interdisciplinary research and hands-on learning.