Construct/expand hangar

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Eastern Region awarded Tazewell County Airport Authority $275,417.89 on June 1, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program formula grant (CFDA 20.116) to construct a new 6,800 square-foot non-exclusive aircraft storage hangar at Cedar Bluff, Virginia. The hangar will generate revenue to improve the airport's financial sustainability and self-sufficiency. This award funds a portion of the final construction phase; two additional airport infrastructure grants fund the remaining eligible portion of the phase. The ultimate completion date is September 8, 2029. The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors in developing a nationwide system of airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs through investment in airport infrastructure.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 6,800 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 a portion of the final phase, which consists of construction. This grant is associated with two airport infrastructure grants that fund the remaining eligible portion of the phase. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with richlands, virginia.