Expand apron

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Southern Region awarded $518,947.37 to the Ohio County Airport Board under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 13, 2025, to support Phase 2 of an apron expansion project at the Ohio County Airport in Hartford, Kentucky. This project grant funds the design and construction of 1,182 square yards of aircraft apron pavement, which represents the second phase of a larger 3,193 square yard apron expansion initiative. The expansion is intended to increase the airport's capacity to accommodate additional aircraft operations and enhance regional aviation infrastructure serving Hartford, Kentucky and the surrounding community. The project is scheduled for completion by August 12, 2029.

The Airport Improvement Program provides federal funding to airport sponsors for infrastructure development and modernization projects at public-use airports included in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems. The apron expansion project aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by expanding critical airfield infrastructure. The Ohio County Airport Board is responsible for executing the design and construction phases during the four-year performance period and must maintain comprehensive project documentation and accounting records in accordance with federal grant requirements.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands an existing apron an additional 3,193 square yards to accommodate more aircraft operations. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of design and construction of 1,182 square yards. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with hartford, kentucky.