Reconstruct wildlife perimeter fencing

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded a Project Grant of $1.84 million on June 27, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority, operating as Buffalo Niagara International Airport, for the reconstruction of wildlife perimeter fencing at the airport facility in Cheektowaga, New York. This award funds Phase 2 (construction) of a project that will reconstruct approximately 2,250 linear feet of existing wildlife fencing that has reached the end of its useful life. The project is scheduled for completion by June 26, 2029.

This infrastructure project aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives to enhance airport safety and operational efficiency while maintaining adequate airport infrastructure systems. The Airport Improvement Program funds airport infrastructure investments to support civil aeronautics and meet long-term economic and safety objectives across the nation's airport system. Wildlife perimeter fencing is a critical safety component at airports, preventing wildlife hazards that could interfere with aircraft operations. The four-year project timeline is consistent with typical Airport Improvement Program award structures, and the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority's extensive history of managing federal transportation infrastructure grants positions it to effectively execute this capital improvement project.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 2,250 feet of existing wildlife fencing that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with buffalo, new york.