Reconstruct snow removal equipment

The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities received a $907,000 formula grant award dated August 28, 2025, from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), which encompasses Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs and COVID-19 Airports Programs. This grant funds the reconstruction and replacement of snow removal equipment at airports serving Yakutat, Alaska, specifically replacing one snow removal blower that has reached the end of its useful life. The project will be completed by August 27, 2029, providing critical airport infrastructure support to enhance operational capabilities at the Yakutat airport facility.

The Airport Improvement Program supports the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide, including equipment acquisition such as specialized airport machinery. This award demonstrates the FAA's strategic commitment to safety and operational excellence by ensuring that Alaska's regional airports maintain necessary equipment for winter operations and safe aircraft movements, particularly critical in Alaska's challenging geographic and climatic conditions.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project replaces existing snow removal equipment including 1 blower that has reached the end of its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with yakutat, alaska.