Reconstruct perimeter security fencing; install terminal security cameras

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded County Of Clinton a $1.93 million Project Grant on September 17, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to enhance security infrastructure at Plattsburgh International Airport. The grant funds Phase 2 of a two-phase terminal security modernization project, which includes the acquisition and installation of seven security cameras in public terminal areas and the reconstruction of five mechanical gate operators. These improvements are required to comply with 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 1542 security requirements and will support the airport's perimeter security and access control systems. The project has an ultimate completion date of September 16, 2029.

This award is part of the FAA's broader Airport Improvement Program mission to maintain safe and efficient airport infrastructure across the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems. The program supports capital projects including equipment acquisition, infrastructure modernization, and safety enhancements at public-use airports nationwide. County Of Clinton, a local government entity with significant experience managing airport infrastructure and federal partnerships, serves as the grant recipient and project sponsor responsible for executing the security camera and gate operator installations at the Plattsburgh facility.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires and installs 11 security cameras in the public areas of the terminal required by 49 CFR part 1542 requirements. This project reconstructs 7 existing mechanical gate operators required by 49 CFR 1542 that have reached the end of their useful lives. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of acquisition and installation of seven security cameras. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of reconstruction of 5 mechanical gate operators. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with plattsburgh, new york.