This is the 3636th most frequent Russian word.
стартует
"Стартует" means "starts" or "launches."
The verb 'стартует' in this sentence is used to denote the initiation of the project at a specified time.
Проект стартует завтра в полдень.
The project starts tomorrow at noon.
Here, 'стартует' indicates the beginning or initiation of the new program by the airport.
Аэропорт стартует новую программу обслуживания пассажиров.
The airport launches a new passenger service program.
In this instance, 'стартует' is applied to describe the physical starting point of the race.