Acquire snow removal equipment

The City of Burns received a $268,425.26 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on July 25, 2025, with a completion deadline of July 24, 2029. The grant funds the acquisition of snow removal equipment (SRE), specifically a truck and plow, to enhance Burns Municipal Airport's operational capability during adverse weather conditions. This equipment acquisition will enable the airport to more effectively clear priority airfield areas, thereby supporting safe and reliable airport operations and civil aviation services in Burns, Oregon.

The Airport Improvement Program, which encompasses traditional AIP (Airport Improvement Program) funding, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) appropriations, and COVID-19 relief grants, supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety, operational excellence, and long-term economic benefits through transportation infrastructure investment. Equipment acquisitions such as specialized airport machinery are eligible project types under this program, which supports the development and modernization of the nationwide system of public-use airports included in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires snow removal equipment (SRE) (truck and plow) to enhance the airport's ability to clear the priority areas of the airfield during adverse weather conditions. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with burns, oregon.