Reconstruct aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle; reconstruct snow removal equipment

The City of Amarillo received a $3.01 million formula grant from the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 18, 2025, for airport safety and operational infrastructure improvements at Amarillo International Airport. The grant funds the reconstruction and replacement of critical airport equipment that has reached the end of its useful life, including one Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle to comply with Federal Aviation Regulation (14 CFR) Part 139 safety requirements, one deicing truck, and two snowplows for winter maintenance operations. These acquisitions support the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence while enhancing the airport's ability to maintain safe and efficient operations.

The four-year project period extends through September 17, 2029, allowing time for equipment procurement and implementation. As a local government entity and Airport Authority, the City of Amarillo serves as the grant recipient and will oversee delivery of these airport operational assets. This award is consistent with the Airport Improvement Program's ongoing support for airport infrastructure development and modernization across the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems, strengthening regional aviation infrastructure and emergency response capabilities.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project replaces 1 existing index b aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle to meet 14 CFR part 139 safety requirements that has reached the end of its useful life. This project replaces existing snow removal equipment including 1 deicing truck that has reached the end of its useful life. This project replaces existing snow removal equipment including 2 snowplows that have reached the end of their useful lives. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with amarillo, texas.