Construct/expand aircraft rescue and fire fighting building; construct/expand snow removal equipment building

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Eastern Region awarded $1,578,946.32 to the County of Tompkins, operating as Ithaca Tompkins International Airport, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 22, 2025. This project grant funds Phase 2 construction activities for two critical airport infrastructure facilities: a 22,000 square-foot Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) building designed to meet 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 139 safety requirements, and a 23,900 square-foot Snow Removal Equipment building to bring airport operations into conformity with current standards. Phase 2 encompasses installation of electrical conduit, site duct banks, utilities, fencing, and gates for both facilities.

The project is scheduled for completion by August 21, 2029, with performance taking place in Ithaca, New York. These infrastructure improvements will enhance airport safety and operational capability while supporting the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence through the nationwide Airport Improvement Program, which provides federal grants to public-use airports for development and modernization of airport infrastructure. The funding represents a continuation of the FAA's long-term commitment to airport infrastructure development at Ithaca Tompkins International Airport.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 22,000 square foot aircraft rescue and firefighting building to meet 14 CFR part 139 safety requirements to enhance safety. This project constructs a new 23,900 square foot snow removal equipment building to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of installation conduit, site duct banks, utilities, fencing and gates. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of installation of conduit, site duct banks, utilities, fencing and gates. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with ithaca, new york.