Install weather reporting equipment

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), through the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), awarded a formula grant of $820,130.53 to the Rhode Island Airport Corporation on July 30, 2025, for the acquisition and installation of a new Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) Type III at airports associated with North Kingstown, Rhode Island. The project will provide site-specific weather information to support aviation operations and safety at the designated airport facilities. The grant period extends through July 29, 2029, allowing approximately four years for equipment procurement, installation, and system commissioning.

This infrastructure investment supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by modernizing weather reporting capabilities at the regional airport. As a state government entity, the Rhode Island Airport Corporation will manage the project implementation and ongoing maintenance of the weather observing equipment, which is eligible for federal support under the Airport Improvement Program's infrastructure modernization provisions. The project contributes to the nationwide system of public-use airports by enhancing operational capabilities and safety through improved meteorological data collection and reporting.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires and installs a new automated weather observing system type III to provide site-specific weather information. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with north kingstown, rhode island.