Acquire snow removal equipment; shift or reconfigure existing taxiway

This $4.98 million Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program, COVID-19 Airports Programs, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs (CFDA 20.106) will fund airport improvements at Bishop International Airport Authority in Flint, Michigan. The grant will acquire snow removal equipment and reconstruct Taxiway A to meet federal design standards, improving safety and efficiency of airport operations. Specifically, funds will purchase a replacement carrier vehicle with blower equipment and complete the final phase of taxiway reconstruction construction. The award period is September 2021 through September 2025 and will benefit airports in the Flint area through these infrastructure upgrades funded at 100% of costs under the American Rescue Plan Act component of the grant program.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires a replacement carrier vehicle with blower equipment to keep the airport serviceable during snow periods and aid in the efficiency and safety of operations. This project reconstructs taxiway a to correct the non-standard taxiway configuration to meet federal aviation administration design standards. This grant funds the final phase, which includes construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with flint, michigan.