The City of Melbourne, Florida was awarded a $2.117 million project grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program, COVID-19 Airports Programs, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs (CFDA 20.106) to improve existing airport facilities. The grant will fund improvements to the Melbourne International Airport from April 2021 through April 2025. As the awardee, the City of Melbourne Airport Authority will deliver infrastructure upgrades that enhance safety and operations at the airport over the four-year period using the federal funding. The Airport Improvement Program aims to develop a nationwide system of airports to meet both present and future needs of civil aeronautics while also contributing to FAA strategic goals around safety, mobility, economic growth, and environmental sustainability.