Expand apron

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Southern Region awarded $144,210.53 to Russellville-Logan County Airport under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on July 1, 2025, for Phase 5 of a general aviation apron expansion project. This grant funds critical infrastructure components including water service line installation, sewer service line installation, mobilization activities, and mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) retaining wall construction. The project expands the existing general aviation apron by 1,870 square yards to accommodate increased aircraft operations and additional based aircraft at the airport facility in Russellville, Kentucky, with an ultimate completion date of June 30, 2029.

This grant represents part of a comprehensive, multi-phase airport development initiative undertaken by the local government-owned airport authority. The Airport Improvement Program provides federal funding to support the development and modernization of airport infrastructure across the United States, with a focus on enhancing safety, operational efficiency, and infrastructure resilience. The project aligns with the FAA's strategic goals and the broader federal commitment to maintaining an adequate nationwide system of public-use airports that supports civil aeronautics and regional economic development.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands an existing general aviation apron an additional 1,870 square yards to accommodate more aircraft operations and more based aircraft. This grant funds phase 5, which consists of water service line installation, sewer service line installation, mobilization, and MSE retaining wall construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with russellville, kentucky.