Construct/expand hangar

On May 15, 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Boone County Airport in Harrison, Arkansas, a Project Grant of $867,811.58 under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106). The grant funds the construction of a new 7,000 square foot sponsor-owned aircraft storage hangar. This infrastructure improvement project is designed to enhance the airport's operational efficiency and financial sustainability by generating additional revenue through aircraft storage services, with an expected project completion date of May 14, 2029.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA's Southwestern Region, supports the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide to meet civil aeronautics needs and promote economic development. This award qualifies for expanded eligibility under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and represents one of several infrastructure investments Boone County Airport has received in recent years, including terminal construction and runway resurfacing projects. The grant will benefit the Harrison, Arkansas area by strengthening regional aviation infrastructure and capacity.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 7,000 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 bipartisan infrastructure law's expanded eligibility. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with harrison, arkansas.