Reconstruct federal contract tower

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Eastern Region, awarded $1,224,210.53 to the County of Suffolk, Aviation Division, on September 3, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to fund Phase 3 reconstruction of the federally-owned air traffic control tower at Francis S. Gabreski Airport in Westhampton Beach, New York. This project grant, with a completion date of September 2, 2029, supports critical infrastructure development activities including site development, roofing installation, pavement improvements, tree removal, and architectural interior finishings necessary to modernize the control tower facility.

This award represents a continuation of a multi-phase, approximately $11.9 million tower reconstruction initiative at the airport. The Airport Improvement Program provides federal funding to airport sponsors and owners to develop and modernize airport infrastructure that meets civil aviation needs and supports long-term economic benefits. Phase 3 of this project specifically addresses the interior and exterior physical infrastructure required to restore the tower to operational standards, following earlier phases that included environmental assessments, site demolition, structural components, and utilities installation.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs a sponsor-owned federal contract tower. This grant funds phase 3, which consist of site development, roofing, pavement, tree removal, and architectural interior finishings. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with westhampton beach, new york.