Construct apron

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Northwest Mountain Region awarded the City and County of Denver $9,142,413.33 on July 15, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to construct a new 115,750 square yard DS East Apron at Denver International Airport. The project brings the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds a portion of the total project; an associated Airport Improvement Program grant and an Airport Infrastructure grant fund the remaining eligible portion. The award obligates $9,142,413.33 with an ultimate completion date of July 10, 2027. Place of performance is Denver, Colorado. The City and County of Denver's Airport Division is the recipient. The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors in developing a nationwide system adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs through investments in airport infrastructure, environmental protection, and transportation that support long-term economic benefits.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 115,750 square yard DS east apron to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds a portion of the total project. This grant is associated with an airport improvement program grant and an airport infrastructure grant that fund the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with denver, colorado.