Acquire snow removal equipment

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Northwest Mountain Region awarded Helena Regional Airport Authority $881,854.74 on April 9, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to acquire a carrier vehicle with broom and blower snow removal equipment for the Helena Regional Airport in Montana.

This award funds Phase 2 of the snow removal equipment project, which consists of the carrier vehicle and broom attachment. The equipment will enhance the airport's ability to clear priority airfield areas during adverse weather conditions. The period of performance runs through April 8, 2030, with place of performance in Montana.

The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors, owners, and operators in developing airport infrastructure adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs, supporting transportation investment, environmental protection, and long-term economic benefits. AIP-supported projects must be located at airports included in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems (NPIAS) and are considered necessary by the FAA Administrator to provide safe and efficient airport operations.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires 1 carrier vehicle with broom and blower snow removal equipment to enhance the airport's ability to clear the priority areas of the airfield during adverse weather conditions. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of the carrier vehicle and broom attachment. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with helena, montana.