Construct/modify/improve/rehabilitate hangar; install runway vertical/visual guidance system

This $127,527.78 Formula Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program, COVID-19 Airports Programs, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs (CFDA 20.106) will fund airport improvement projects at the Montevideo, Minnesota airport through August 2026. Specifically, the grant will support renovating 6,230 square feet of an existing hangar to assist with aircraft maintenance and revenue generation. It will also replace the runway 14/32 vertical/visual guidance system to improve approaches. The City of Montevideo will receive the funding and oversee completion of the design phase for these projects intended to enhance safety and accessibility for the benefit of the Montevideo airport.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project improves 6,230 square feet in the existing hangar for aircraft maintenance to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. The sponsor has adequately financed the airside needs of the airport. . This project installs a replacement runway 14/32 vertical/visual guidance system to make the airport more accessible by improving approaches to the runway ends. This grant funds the design phase. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with montevideo, minnesota.