Originally published in 2001
Federal Aviation Administration Airports Quarterly
FAA will provide 50 percent matching funds, up to $2 million per airport, to as many as IO public-use airports nationwide to demonstrate the benefits and economic feasibility of Low Emission Airport Vehicles (ILEAV). The ILEAV program was established in AIR 21. Eligible activity includes the incremental costs of acquiring ILEAV vehicles or engines certified by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the construction of infrastructure or modifications to enable the delivery of fuel and services for ILEAV on-road and/or non-road vehicles. ILEAV vehicles must operate exclusively on one or more of the following six alternative fuels: compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas, electricity, hydrogen, or a blend of fuel at least 85 per cent methanol. Sponsors will be required to operate and retain the vehicles and equipment at the airport for their useful life.
Public-use airports located within EPA designated air quality non-attainment areas are eligible to apply. If an insufficient number of proposals are received from airports in non-attainment areas, other public-use airports may be considered. Priority consideration will be given to applicants expecting the greatest reduction of emissions per dollar of funds expended.
For further information, contact the FAA Airports Development Office in Fort Worth.