Install passenger boarding bridges

The City of St. Louis, operating as the St. Louis Airport Authority, received an $8.76 million Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 29, 2025. The grant funds the acquisition and installation of 10 new passenger boarding bridges at airports serving the St. Louis, Missouri metropolitan region. This infrastructure improvement project is scheduled for completion by August 28, 2029, and will enhance passenger capacity and operational efficiency at St. Louis Lambert International Airport.

The Airport Improvement Program, which encompasses traditional AIP (Airport Improvement Program) funding, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) appropriations, and COVID-19 relief grants, supports the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide. This project aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by modernizing critical terminal infrastructure. As with all AIP grants, the St. Louis Airport Authority is required to maintain an updated airport layout plan throughout the grant agreement period and submit periodic reports documenting project milestones, including bid awards, contract awards, and work completion associated with the funded boarding bridge installation.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires and installs 10 new passenger boarding bridges to accommodate more passengers. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with ST. Louis, missouri.