Construct/expand fuel farm

The City of Florala received a $144,710.53 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), awarded on June 26, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of June 25, 2029. This grant funds the construction of a new fuel farm at Florala Municipal Airport, a non-primary airport facility, which includes the installation of one self-service fuel pump and associated apron pavement improvements. The project is authorized under the expanded eligibility provisions of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and is designed to enhance the airport's operational self-sustainability by generating additional revenue through fuel service offerings.

The fuel farm infrastructure represents part of the City of Florala's broader federal investment strategy in airport modernization, complementing prior FAA-funded projects including terminal facility construction, taxiway development, and airport access improvements. By adding self-service fuel capabilities, the project addresses operational needs at the regional airport while supporting civil aviation growth and economic development objectives aligned with the FAA's strategic goals of safety and operational excellence.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new fuel farm at a non-primary airport by adding one self-service pump and associated apron pavement to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. This project is allowable under the infrastructure investments and jobs act's expanded eligibility. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with florala, alabama.