Construct/expand fuel farm

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $631,578.95 to County of Santa Cruz under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 18, 2025, to construct and expand fuel infrastructure at Nogales Airport, a nonprimary airport in Nogales, Arizona. This award funds Phase 2 construction activities, which include the installation of two additional fuel tanks designed to expand the availability of an existing fuel type at the airport. The project is expected to be completed by September 17, 2029, and is part of a larger initiative to enhance the airport's operational self-sustainability by generating additional revenue through expanded fuel services.

This grant represents a portion of the total project cost, with an associated Airport Infrastructure Grant Program award funding the remaining eligible project expenses. The FAA's Airport Improvement Program supports the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide to meet civil aeronautics needs and provide long-term economic benefits. By expanding fuel availability at Nogales Airport, this project directly supports the airport's capacity to serve regional aviation operations while strengthening the county's border region infrastructure.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new fuel farm at a nonprimary airport by adding 2 fuel tanks to expand availability of an existing fuel type 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 phase 2, which consists of construction. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant program grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with nogales, arizona.