Acquire airfield equipment

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Western Pacific Region awarded $640,000 to Clark County Airport System on August 4, 2026, to acquire new vehicle area movement transponders and bring the airport into conformity with current standards under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116).

Clark County Airport System, doing business as the Department of Aviation, is a local government entity serving the Las Vegas metropolitan area. The award funds airfield equipment acquisition as part of airport infrastructure modernization. Performance occurs at Las Vegas, Nevada (89111) through August 3, 2030.

The Airport Improvement Program supports sponsors, owners, and operators of public-use airports in developing a nationwide system adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs. AIP funds airport infrastructure investments with selection based on inclusion in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems and consideration of safety and efficiency. Environmental impact assessment is required, and recipient records remain subject to inspection by FAA, DOT Office of the Inspector General, and the Government Accountability Office.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires new vehicle area movement transponders to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with LAS vegas, nevada.