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FAA Awards $15.2 Million to Grand Forks International Airport for Critical Infrastructure Improvements

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded $15,157,068 to support critical multi-phase infrastructure improvements at Grand Forks International Airport, including the reconstruction and upgrade of the primary runway and taxiway pavement and lighting. The Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant funds a portion of the reconstruction of the airport's primary runway, which will be completed in three phases, with construction taking place from 2026 through 2028.

Key Takeaways:

  • The FAA has awarded $15,157,068 to Grand Forks International Airport for critical infrastructure improvements, including the reconstruction and upgrade of the primary runway and taxiway pavement and lighting.
  • The Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant funds a portion of the reconstruction of the airport's primary runway, which will be completed in three phases.
  • The overall project is estimated to cost $60 million, with a federal funding share of nearly $40 million.
  • Construction is expected to take place from 2026 through 2028, while the airport will maintain full commercial flight operations and UND flight training operations due to the completion of the crosswind runway reconstruction.
  • The FAA plans to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) within the next two months for the construction of a new air traffic control tower at Grand Forks International Airport, which will be fully funded by the FAA.
  • Senator John Hoeven states that Grand Forks International Airport consistently ranks as one of the top 25 busiest airports in the country due to the dynamic and growing economy in the Grand Forks region and the world-leading aviation school at the University of North Dakota.
  • The FAA's efforts in Grand Forks build upon the senator's work across the state to expand airports in line with the strong economic growth supported over the past two decades.

Statistics:

  • $15,157,068: The FAA award for critical infrastructure improvements at Grand Forks International Airport.
  • $60 million: The estimated cost of the overall project.
  • $40 million: The federal funding share of the project.
  • 2026-2028: The projected timeline for construction of the primary runway reconstruction.
  • $70 million: The cost of the 5-year reconstruction and extension of the crosswind runway completed last fall.
  • 25: The ranking of Grand Forks International Airport as one of the top 25 busiest airports in the country.
  • 2 decades: The period of time the senator has supported economic growth in the state through airport expansions.

Sources:

  • United States Senator for North Dakota John Hoeven, citing the FAA's Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant.
  • The FAA's award announcement for critical infrastructure improvements at Grand Forks International Airport.

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