Reconstruct weather reporting equipment

On July 14, 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Eastern Region, awarded Jackson County, West Virginia a formula grant totaling $396,049.47 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to reconstruct and replace weather reporting equipment at the Ravenswood-Jackson County Airport. The project involves replacing an existing Automated Weather Observing System Type III that has reached the end of its useful life with modern weather reporting equipment. The grant supports infrastructure modernization at a public-use airport to enhance operational efficiency and safety, with performance expected through July 13, 2029.

This award represents the FAA's commitment to maintaining critical airport infrastructure across the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems. Jackson County, functioning as the awardee through its local government structure, will oversee the weather equipment replacement project at the Millwood, West Virginia location. The project directly benefits the Ravenswood area by ensuring continued reliable weather observation capabilities essential for safe airport operations and civil aviation support.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project replaces the existing automated weather observing system type III PT that has reached the end of its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with ravenswood, west virginia.