Expand terminal; reconstruct terminal

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) a Project Grant totaling $183,251.58 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 8, 2025, with a completion date of September 7, 2029. This grant funds IDOT's administration of a state block grant program that provides federal funding to nonprimary airports throughout Illinois for infrastructure improvements. The funding supports terminal expansion and reconstruction activities at eligible airports within the state.

IDOT serves as the prime recipient and administrator for this state block grant program, distributing federal AIP funds to individual nonprimary airport sub-awardees across Illinois. The program is designed to enhance airport infrastructure statewide by supporting capital improvement projects at airports not classified as primary facilities. Activities performed under this grant include grant administration, sub-award management, and oversight of federal funds directed to airport terminal and related infrastructure projects. This award represents a continuation of substantial FAA investment in Illinois airport infrastructure, consistent with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence through comprehensive development of the nation's public airport system.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project awards a state block grant program grant to the state of illinois to administer airport improvement program sub-awards for nonprimary airports within the state. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports in the illinois state block grant program.