Install weather reporting equipment

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $157,894.74 to Coahoma County Mississippi on July 25, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106). The project funds the acquisition and installation of a new Automated Weather Observing System Type III-P/T at Clarksdale-Coahoma County Airport to provide site-specific weather information. This award supports critical airport infrastructure modernization and is coordinated with an associated airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project.

The weather observing system represents specialized airport equipment acquisition consistent with FAA strategic objectives for operational excellence and safety. The project is scheduled for completion by July 24, 2029, providing a four-year implementation timeline typical for Airport Improvement Program initiatives. As a governmental entity with established experience managing federal airport infrastructure grants, Coahoma County will be responsible for equipment installation, compliance reporting, and maintaining project records in accordance with FAA requirements.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires and installs a new automated weather observing system type III-P/T to provide site-specific weather information. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with clarksdale, mississippi.