Expand terminal

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $4.2M to the County of Augusta-Richmond on June 3, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to fund terminal expansion and security checkpoint modernization at Bush Field Airport (Augusta Regional Airport) in Augusta, Georgia. The project expands the existing terminal by 5,273 square feet and modernizes the security checkpoint infrastructure to facilitate improved passenger and baggage movement while bringing airport facilities into conformity with current federal standards. The grant funds a portion of the total project scope, with an associated Airport Infrastructure Grant covering the remaining eligible project costs. The initiative is scheduled for completion by June 2, 2029.

This grant advances the FAA's strategic objectives of safety, operational excellence, and infrastructure resilience by supporting critical airport modernization that enhances the nationwide system of public-use airports. The Airport Improvement Program provides federal funding to airport sponsors for development, maintenance, and modernization projects that support civil aeronautics and long-term economic benefits, with typical project periods spanning four years.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands the existing terminal by 5,273 square feet. This grant funds the expansion and modernization of the security checkpoint. This expansion will facilitate the movement of passengers and baggage to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds a portion of the total project. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with augusta, georgia.