Acquire aircraft rescue and fire fighting safety equipment; reconstruct aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Eastern Region awarded $891,051.58 to County Of Oneida on June 11, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to acquire aircraft rescue and firefighting safety equipment and replace an existing Class V aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicle that has reached the end of its useful life.

The award funds the acquisition of fire extinguishers, handheld tools, and three sets of personal protection equipment to enhance safety at airports associated with Rome, New York. The vehicle replacement must meet 14 CFR Part 139 safety requirements. The performance period runs from June 11, 2026, through June 10, 2030. Work is performed in Utica, New York.

This is a Project Grant assistance type. The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors, owners, or operators in developing a nationwide system of airports to meet civil aeronautics needs and support long-term economic benefits through investment in airport infrastructure.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires new aircraft rescue & fire fighting equipment including fire extinguishers and handheld tools to enhance safety. This project acquires new aircraft rescue & fire fighting equipment including three sets of personal protection equipment to enhance safety. This project replaces one existing class v aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle to meet 14 CFR part 139 safety requirements that has reached the end of its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with rome, new york.