Reconstruct federal contract tower

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Eastern Region, awarded a $3.16 million Project Grant to the County of Suffolk, Aviation Division on September 2, 2025, for Phase 4 reconstruction of the Federal Contract Tower at Francis S. Gabreski Airport in Westhampton Beach, New York. Under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), this funding supports the installation of building and site utilities, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, plumbing infrastructure, and electrical systems. The project is scheduled for completion by September 1, 2029.

This award represents a component of a larger, multi-phase tower reconstruction initiative totaling approximately $11.9 million across six distinct phases. The County of Suffolk's Aviation Division has systematically progressed through environmental assessments, site demolition, and structural work in previous phases, with this Phase 4 allocation directly funding critical mechanical, plumbing, and electrical infrastructure necessary to operationalize the reconstructed control tower. Upon completion, the modernized facility will enhance airport safety, operational efficiency, and infrastructure capability at the regional airport facility serving the Westhampton Beach area.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs a sponsor-owned federal contract tower. This grant funds phase 4, which consists of building and site utilities including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with westhampton beach, new york.