Construct/expand hangar

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Southwestern Region awarded $592,631.58 to Beauregard Parish Police Jury on June 17, 2026, under the Airport Infrastructure Grants program (CFDA 20.117) to construct a new 5,000 square foot non-exclusive use hangar for aircraft storage at Beauregard Airport in DeRidder, Louisiana. The hangar construction represents the final phase of the project and is designed to generate revenue and enhance the airport's financial sustainability. Performance of construction work occurs in DeRidder, LA 70634, with an ultimate completion date of June 16, 2030. Beauregard Parish Police Jury, operating as Airport District No. 1 of the Parish of Beauregard, is the recipient. The grant was awarded as a lump sum with assistance released upon reimbursement of expenses. The Airport Infrastructure Grants program provides federal funding under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to support runway, taxiway, terminal, and related airport infrastructure projects at eligible airports listed in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 5,000 square foot non-exclusive use hangar for aircraft storage to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. This project funds the final phase, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with deridder, louisiana.