Construct apron

County of Ravalli received a $615,789.47 Project Grant award dated September 5, 2025, 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). The grant funds the construction of a new 12,720 square yard aircraft apron at Hamilton Airport to accommodate increased aircraft operations. This award represents a portion of the total project funding, with an associated Airport Improvement Program grant funding the remaining eligible project costs. The project has an estimated completion date of September 4, 2029.

The apron construction project supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety, operational excellence, and economic development through transportation infrastructure investment. As a civilian airport infrastructure improvement, the project contributes to maintaining and modernizing the nationwide system of public-use airports. County of Ravalli, as the awardee and airport sponsor, is responsible for project execution, including procurement, construction oversight, and compliance with federal grant requirements such as environmental assessments, periodic progress reporting, and record retention for three years following project completion.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 12,720 square yard apron to accommodate more aircraft operations. 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 hamilton, montana.