Construct/expand hangar

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Central Region awarded $753,684.21 to Holdrege Airport Authority on May 5, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to fund construction of a new 8,000 square-foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage at Holdrege Airport in Holdrege, Nebraska. The hangar will enable the airport to generate revenue and move toward self-sustainability. This award funds a portion of the construction phase; a companion Airport Infrastructure Grants award (CFDA 20.117) funds the remaining eligible portion of the same project. An earlier design-phase grant under the former Airport Improvement Program designation (CFDA 20.106) supported Phase 1 planning activities. The period of performance extends through May 4, 2030. Work is performed at Holdrege Airport, Holdrege, NE 68949.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 8,000 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage 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 grant funds a portion of the final phase, which consists of construction. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of this project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with holdrege, nebraska.