Obstruction marking/lighting/removal

LE ROY Aviation Services, Inc. received a $493,921.05 Project Grant award dated August 5, 2025, from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to address Federal Aviation Administration-identified airfield obstructions at Le Roy Airport near Rochester, New York. Phase 3 of this multi-phase project involves removal of 2 acres of on-airport tree obstructions, removal of 1 structure, and installation of lighting on 380 feet of fencing to bring the airport into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards. The project has an ultimate completion date of August 4, 2029.

The Airport Improvement Program provides federal funding to support airport infrastructure modernization and safety enhancements at public-use airports nationwide. This award is part of a broader airport improvement initiative at Le Roy Airport that has included taxiway rehabilitation and infrastructure design work. By removing identified obstructions and installing required safety lighting, the project enhances airport operational safety and efficiency while supporting the Federal Aviation Administration's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project removes 8 acres of trees and other facilities; and installs lights on 380 feet of fencing, identified as obstructions by the federal aviation administration to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 3, which consists of removal of 2 acres of on airport tree obstructions, removal of 1 structure, and installing lights on 380 feet of fencing. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with LE ROY, new york.