US$25bn for US Airports
The legislation invests US$25bn in airports to address repair and maintenance backlogs, reduce congestion and emissions, and drive electrification and other low-carbon technologies.
The intent is to create a modern, resilient, and sustainable port, airport, and freight infrastructure that will strengthen the United States’ supply chains and support U.S. competitiveness.
So, who’s getting the money now? Well, the first billion is going to fund more than 90 projects across the country. The projects are expected to expand capacity, increase energy efficiency, promote competition, provide greater access for those with disabilities, and build two new control towers.
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Space limitations here prevent us from outlining all of the projects on tap, but
DALLAS – There’s going to be a lot of construction and upgrading at airports—both big and small—around the United States over the next several years. The FAA this week released the first US$1bn of grants aimed at modernizing and maintaining airports across the country.
“Americans deserve modern airports that meet the needs of their families and the growing passenger demand. Funded through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, today’s grants will improve airport terminals while also creating good jobs in communities across the country,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
FAA Deputy Administrator A. Bradley Mims commented, “The work that goes in to build read more ⇒
Source:: “Airways Magazine”