Rehabilitate terminal access road; construct/expand terminal parking lot; rehabilitate terminal parking lot

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded a $2,075,566.32 Project Grant on July 24, 2025, to the Economic Development Corporation of Chippewa County (doing business as Chippewa County International Airport) under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106). The grant funds Phase 2 construction activities for a comprehensive terminal area improvement project at Chippewa County International Airport in Kincheloe, Michigan, serving the Sault Ste. Marie region.

The project deliverables include three primary infrastructure improvements: rehabilitation of 1,900 linear feet of the existing terminal access road to extend its useful life, expansion of the existing 10,250 square foot non-revenue-producing terminal parking lot to accommodate increased vehicle parking for airport passengers, and rehabilitation of the terminal parking lot to extend its operational lifespan. The project is scheduled for completion by July 23, 2029, and represents a critical investment in airport infrastructure supporting regional economic development and civil aviation needs for this non-hub airport facility.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands an existing nonrevenue producing terminal parking lot at non hub airport to accommodate more vehicle parking for airport passengers. This project rehabilitates 1,900 feet of the existing terminal access road to extend its useful life. This project rehabilitates the existing 10,250 square foot nonrevenue generating parking lot at non hub airport to extend its useful life. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with sault STE. Marie, michigan.