Improve terminal; construct terminal

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $786,486.32 to the Thief River Falls Regional Airport Authority under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 2, 2025, to support terminal construction and improvement projects at Thief River Falls Regional Airport in Minnesota. The grant funds two phases of airport infrastructure development: Phase 1 consists of constructing 1,600 square feet of improvements to the existing commercial terminal building to accommodate a new baggage scanning system, and Phase 2 involves constructing 325 square feet of additional terminal space. Additionally, the project encompasses the construction of a new 2,504 square foot general aviation terminal facility designed to accommodate passenger and baggage movement operations.

This project qualifies for expanded eligibility under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and is scheduled for completion by September 1, 2029. The infrastructure investments will enhance airport operational capacity and modernization at this regional civilian facility, consistent with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence across the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 2,504 square foot general aviation terminal to accommodate the movement of passengers and baggage. This project improves 1,600 square feet of the existing commercial terminal building to accommodate a new baggage scanning system. This project is allowable under the infrastructure investment and jobs act's expanded eligibility. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of construction 1,600 square feet. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of construction of 325 square feet. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with thief river falls, minnesota.