Update airport master plan

The City of Philip, South Dakota received a $125,000 formula grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) awarded on August 27, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of August 26, 2029. This grant funds the final phase of an airport master plan update for Philip Airport, which includes the development of updated airport layout plans and a comprehensive master plan narrative report. The project will provide critical planning infrastructure documentation to support the airport's long-term development and operational needs.

The grant represents the FAA's ongoing commitment to supporting airport infrastructure development and modernization at public-use airports included in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems. As a formula grant under the Airport Improvement Program, the funding is allocated to eligible airport sponsors based on established criteria and supports planning and design activities that establish the foundation for future capital improvements and infrastructure investments at the Philip Airport facility.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project updates the existing airport layout plan with master plan narrative. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of the airport layout plans and master plan narrative report. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with philip, south dakota.