Definition
A long-range planning document developed by a regional planning organization that identifies transportation needs, projects, and funding priorities across a multi-jurisdictional region, including aviation infrastructure such as airports and airspace access.
Plain English
A big-picture plan for how a region will handle travel and transport over the coming years, including roads, rail, transit, and airports. It maps out what needs building, upgrading, or funding.
Context Anchor
Seen in airport planning, community planning, funding discussions, and FAA-related references to local or regional transportation development.
Why Pilots Care
Regional transportation plans influence whether airports get funding for runway upgrades, new facilities, or are protected from encroaching development. Pilots and airport users may participate in public comment periods that shape these plans.
Example Sentence 1
The county's RTP included funding for a runway extension at the local general aviation airport.
Example Sentence 2
Pilots reviewing the RTP learned that their local airport would receive funding for runway lighting upgrades.