This decision process is intended to assist Airport Sponsors and should be utilized as a tool only. This shall not supersede any federal, state, and/or local requirements on emergency situations.
Is this the result of
a natural or man-made
event that warrants
action to save lives
and protect property
and public health?
Adhere to Sponsor’s
Airport Emergency
Plan, issue a NOTAM,
and consider airport
closure procedures
in accordance with
FAA guidelines.
Notify TAD.
By definition, this
does not fall under
an emergency, and
thus cannot be
funded with an
urgent grant.
Can the concern be
temporarily fixed and
mitigated without
endangering the safety of
the flying public?
Airport Sponsor
should
undertake any
feasible actions
to achieve this
first.
Are there any immediate
environmental concerns?
Refer to NEPA
Emergency
Alternative
Arrangements
and coordinate
with a TAD NEPA
specialist.
Follow the latest
version of the TAD
Environmental
SOP and
coordinate with a
TAD NEPA
Specialist.
Is this replacement or repair
payable by the Airport
Sponsor’s available
emergency reserve fund
(local budget)?
Airport Sponsor to
commence urgent
project in
coordination with
TAD and discuss
potential
reimbursement
options.
Is there any available Airport
insurance, legal recourse, or
funding through another
agency responsible for
disasters?
Follow the
appropriate 3rd party
protocol.
Explore local low-interest
bond and/or loan options.
Note! Bond/and or loan interest is not reimbursable
Apply for the grant in
grant management
system.
Next Steps:
Coordinate with TAD to discuss possible project incorporation into ACIP.
Consider local funding if this is an airport priority.
You may not be eligible for an Urgent Grant.
Please coordinate with the TAD for further assistance.