Airport Wildlife Hazard Mitigation Grants
The Iowa DOT's Airport Wildlife Hazard Mitigation Grants fund science-based research and mitigation to reduce wildlife strike risks at Iowa airports through tailored, expert-guided activities.
Funder: Iowa Department of Transportation
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round for new and urgent needs)
Funding Amounts: 85% state share of eligible costs; 15% local match required, invoiced after project completion. No set maximum award; funding based on project-specific cost estimates.
Summary: Supports Iowa airport sponsors in mitigating wildlife hazards to reduce aircraft strike risks through tailored, expert-coordinated activities.
Key Information: Agreement must be signed before wildlife mitigation work begins.
Description
This program provides funding and technical support to Iowa airport sponsors for the mitigation and removal of wildlife hazards from airport environments. Administered by the Aviation Bureau of the Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT), the grants are designed to reduce the risk of wildlife strikes with aircraft by enabling year-long wildlife studies, direct mitigation activities, and specialized training for airport staff. The program operates in close collaboration with USDA Wildlife Services and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, ensuring that mitigation activities are tailored to the unique needs of each airport following an initial consultation with wildlife biologists.
