Acquire runway temporary closure lighting; acquire aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Flathead Municipal Airport Authority a Project Grant totaling $1,387,081.05 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) effective August 1, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of July 31, 2029. The grant funds the acquisition of one new Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle and runway temporary closure lighting systems (lighted X's) to indicate temporary closure of Runways 2/20 and 12/30 at Glacier Park International Airport in Kalispell, Montana.

These capital equipment acquisitions directly support the FAA's strategic objective of enhancing airport safety and operational excellence. The ARFF vehicle strengthens emergency response capabilities, while the runway closure lighting system improves safety by clearly communicating temporary runway unavailability to pilots and airport operations personnel. Both deliverables align with the Airport Improvement Program's focus on acquiring specialized airport equipment and safety area enhancements to maintain adequate nationwide airport infrastructure.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires one new aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle to enhance safety. This project acquires lighted XS to indicate temporary closure of runways 2/20 and 12/30 to enhance safety. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with kalispell, montana.