Install airport rotating beacon; construct airport lighting vault

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded a Project Grant of $332,329.47 to Kearny County on July 16, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to enhance safety infrastructure at Lakin Municipal Airport. The project involves installation of one new airport rotating beacon and construction of an airport lighting vault. These infrastructure improvements are designed to enhance aviation safety and operational visibility at the airport facility. The grant is scheduled for completion by July 15, 2029, providing a four-year implementation timeline.

This award reflects the FAA's commitment to modernizing airport infrastructure through the Airport Improvement Program, which supports the development of a nationwide system of public-use airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs. Kearny County, as the awardee and a local government entity experienced in federal airport grant administration, will serve as the sponsor for this project benefiting the Lakin, Kansas airport and surrounding region. The county is responsible for project execution, compliance with federal grant requirements, and submission of periodic progress reports documenting project bidding, contract awards, and completion milestones through the grant performance period.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project installs one new airport rotating beacon to enhance safety. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with lakin, kansas.