Install weather reporting equipment; expand apron

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the City of Pocahontas a $115,789.47 project grant on August 28, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to enhance airport infrastructure and operational capabilities. The primary deliverable is the acquisition and installation of an Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS III), which will provide site-specific weather information to support safe airport operations and improve decision-making for aviation activities at Pocahontas airport facilities.

In addition to the weather reporting equipment installation, the project scope includes apron expansion work to enhance airport surface infrastructure. The grant will be performed in Pocahontas, Iowa, with an ultimate completion date of August 27, 2029, providing a four-year project period for design, procurement, installation, and closeout activities. This funding represents a continued federal investment in rural airport infrastructure modernization, consistent with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence.

Activities and expected outcomes

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