Rehabilitate apron. This grant includes funding by the american rescue plan act of 2021 to increase the federal share to 100 percent for the airport improvement program (AIP).

The County of Augusta-Richmond received a $1,056,598 project grant from the Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration under the Airport Improvement Program, COVID-19 Airports Programs, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs (CFDA 20.106) to rehabilitate 41,500 square yards of existing air carrier and general aviation apron pavements at Augusta Regional Airport in Augusta, GA. The grant funds the final phase of the project, which consists of constructing 14,000 square yards of air carrier apron, to maintain structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris. The Airport Improvement Program aims to help fund airport capital development to advance FAA strategic goals including safety, accessibility, and efficiency. Completion is expected by August 25, 2025.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates 41,500 square yards of the existing air carrier and general aviation apron pavements to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and to minimize foreign object debris. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of the construction of 14,000 square yards of the air carrier apron. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with augusta, georgia.