Expand apron

The City of New Ulm received a $440,696.84 Project Grant award from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) through the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 6, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of August 5, 2029. This award funds a portion of the final construction phase for expanding the Southeast General Aviation Apron at New Ulm Regional Airport by 2,992 square yards, bringing the facility into compliance with current Federal Aviation Administration standards. The project is coordinated with an associated Airport Infrastructure Grant that funds the remaining eligible project costs.

The grant directly benefits airport infrastructure development in New Ulm, Minnesota, through pavement expansion and modernization work designed to enhance operational capacity and safety at the regional aviation facility. This award represents part of the FAA's ongoing investment in nationwide airport infrastructure improvement and represents the City of New Ulm's continued participation in the Airport Improvement Program to support long-term economic and operational benefits through transportation infrastructure modernization.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands existing southeast general aviation apron by adding 2,992 square yards to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds a portion of the final phase, which consists of construction. 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 new ULM, minnesota.