Expand apron

The City of Springfield, Missouri received a Project Grant award of $2,248,392.22 from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106), effective June 2, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of June 1, 2029. This grant funds the expansion of the terminal apron at Springfield-Branson National Airport by adding 11,775 square yards of pavement to bring the facility into conformity with current FAA standards.

This project represents a portion of a larger airport infrastructure initiative, with the FAA also providing an associated Airport Improvement Program grant to fund the remaining eligible project costs. The apron expansion is designed to enhance operational efficiency and safety at the regional transportation hub while supporting ongoing infrastructure modernization consistent with FAA strategic objectives for safety and operational excellence across the national airport system.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands the existing terminal apron by adding 11,775 square yards to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds a portion of the total project. This grant is associated with an airport improvement program grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with springfield, missouri.