Construct/expand hangar

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded County of Houston, Minnesota a $1.17 million Project Grant on August 7, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to construct a new 12,150 square-foot sponsor-owned hangar facility at Caledonia Airport. The hangar will be utilized for aircraft storage and maintenance, enabling the airport to generate revenue and move toward financial self-sustainability. This grant funds a portion of the total project cost, with an associated Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIIG) funding the remaining eligible project expenses. The project is scheduled for completion by August 6, 2029.

The hangar construction represents a critical infrastructure investment that supports the FAA's strategic objectives of operational excellence and long-term economic benefits through airport system modernization. By expanding the airport's revenue-generating capacity through dedicated aircraft maintenance and storage facilities, the project strengthens the regional aviation infrastructure serving southeastern Minnesota while advancing the airport's financial independence from operational subsidies.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 12,150 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage and maintenance to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. The sponsor has adequately financed the airside needs of the airport. This grant funds a portion of the total project. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with caledonia, minnesota.