Construct/expand hangar

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the City of Prescott, Arizona $1.75 million through the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on July 14, 2025, to construct a new 14,880 square-foot sponsor-owned hangar at Prescott Airport-Ernest A Love Field. The hangar will be utilized for aircraft storage and is designed to enhance the airport's financial sustainability by generating revenue. This project qualifies for expanded eligibility under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021 and is scheduled for completion by July 13, 2029.

The project directly supports the FAA's strategic objectives of infrastructure modernization and operational excellence by improving airport infrastructure and capacity. As a public-use airport facility, the hangar construction aligns with the Airport Improvement Program's purpose to develop a comprehensive nationwide airport system adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs. The grant will benefit the Prescott airport community and regional aviation operations while supporting the airport's long-term economic viability and self-sufficiency.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 14,880 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. This project is allowable under the infrastructure investment and jobs act's expanded eligibility. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with prescott, arizona.