Construct terminal building

The Des Moines Airport Authority received a $6.2 million project grant awarded on June 19, 2025, from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106). The grant funds Phase 13 of a terminal building construction project at Des Moines International Airport, specifically covering the installation of interior glazing and flooring systems within the new 295,000 square-foot terminal facility. This phase represents a component of a larger multi-year infrastructure expansion designed to reduce passenger delays and increase airport capacity to accommodate growing aviation demand in the Des Moines region.

The grant obligates funding through June 18, 2029, supporting the Airport Authority's ongoing modernization efforts consistent with FAA strategic objectives for safety and operational excellence. The broader terminal building project aligns with the FAA's Airport Improvement Program mandate to develop airport infrastructure that meets civil aeronautics needs and promotes long-term economic benefits. The Des Moines Airport Authority, as a public-use airport sponsor, is responsible for executing the construction work in accordance with standard grant compliance requirements, including project reporting, accounting records maintenance, and FAA oversight activities.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 295,000 square foot terminal building to reduce delays and accommodate more passengers. . This grant funds phase 13, which consists of construction of interior glazing and flooring. . Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with DES moines, iowa.