From staff reports
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $275,000 to Hilton Head Island Airport to remodel the control tower.
“This award will allow the Airport to keep pace with technology and ensure we continue our terrific safety track record,” Beaufort County Director of Airports Jon Rembold said in a release,. “This is another step to creating a gateway that represents the culture and character of the area and will better serve our residents and visitors.”
This tower improvement project will replace outdated equipment with energy-efficient equipment and systems. The project may include items such as replacing aged critical operational equipment, adding more energy efficient lighting, and updating the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
The federal funding is directed specifically toward smaller and regional airports to help lower costs and support local businesses. The funding will support important aviation operations such as emergency services, agricultural aviation, flight training, and shipping of goods.
