Reconstruct aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Brown County, Wisconsin, a project grant totaling $2,196,953.68 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) for the reconstruction of aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles at Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport. The grant, obligated on September 11, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of September 10, 2029, will fund the replacement of two existing firefighting vehicles that have reached the end of their useful lives. This project directly supports compliance with 14 CFR Part 139 safety requirements governing aircraft rescue and firefighting operations at public-use airports.

Under the Airport Improvement Program, which encompasses traditional AIP funding, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act appropriations, and legacy COVID-19 relief grants, this award represents a critical infrastructure and safety investment for the Green Bay region. The project will be performed at the airport's location in Howard, Wisconsin, and aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence through the acquisition of specialized airport equipment essential to maintaining an adequate nationwide system of public-use airports.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project replaces 2 existing fire fighting truck aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicles to meet 14 CFR part 139 safety requirements that have reached the end of their useful lives. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with green BAY, wisconsin.