Construct/expand hangar

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Great Lakes Region awarded $157,894.74 to Darke County Commissioners on July 7, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to construct 1,400 square feet of hangar space at Darke County Airport in Versailles, Ohio. This award funds Phase 4 of a larger project to build a 12,000 square foot non-exclusive use aircraft storage hangar designed to generate revenue and support airport self-sustainability. The period of performance runs through July 6, 2030. Darke County Commissioners, operating as Darke County Airport, is a local government entity responsible for managing airport infrastructure in the region. The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors in developing infrastructure that meets civil aeronautics needs and supports long-term economic benefits. An environmental impact assessment is required for this award.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 12,000 square foot non-exclusive use 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 phase 4, which consists of constructing 1,400 square feet of hangar space. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with versailles, ohio.