Expand apron

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration New England Region awarded Connecticut Airport Authority, doing business as Bradley International Airport, $4.76 million on July 15, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to construct 3,960 square yards of apron pavement as the final phase of a terminal area apron expansion project.

The project expands the existing terminal area apron by a total of 5,950 square yards to accommodate more aircraft operations, increase based aircraft capacity, and allow access to a broader fleet mix. This award funds construction of the final phase only. Performance occurs at Windsor Locks, Connecticut, with a completion date of July 14, 2030. Connecticut Airport Authority is a state government entity operating Bradley International Airport and managing multiple Connecticut airports. The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors in developing infrastructure investments that support civil aeronautics, environmental protection, and long-term economic benefits. Recipients must maintain accounting records and make them available to the FAA, Department of Transportation, Office of the Inspector General, and Government Accountability Office for three years after final expenditure report submission.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands the existing terminal area apron an additional 5,950 square yards to accommodate more aircraft operations/accommodate more based aircraft/allow access to a broader fleet mix. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of constructing 3,960 square yards. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with windsor locks, connecticut.