Reconstruct perimeter fencing; construct/expand hangar

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the City of Tower, Minnesota a $165,900 Project Grant under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 2, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of September 1, 2029. This award funds Phase 1 (design) of a two-component airport infrastructure project. The project will construct a new 6,075 square-foot, sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage and maintenance, and reconstruct one existing perimeter gate that has reached the end of its useful life and is not required under 49 CFR 1542. These improvements are intended to enhance the airport's financial sustainability by generating additional revenue while maintaining compliance with federal aviation regulations.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA's Great Lakes Region, supports airport infrastructure development and modernization across the nation. The grant award to Tower Municipal Airport represents the federal government's investment in maintaining and expanding essential airport infrastructure that contributes to civil aeronautics capacity and long-term economic benefits in the region.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 6,075 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage/maintenance to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. This project reconstructs 1 existing gate not required by 49 CFR 1542 that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with tower, minnesota.