Construct/expand hangar

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Mineral County, Montana a Project Grant totaling $1,077,275.79 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 12, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of September 11, 2029. This grant funds Phase 2 construction of a new 4,416 square-foot sponsor-owned aircraft storage hangar at the airport in Superior, Montana. The hangar construction project is designed to enhance airport self-sustainability by generating additional revenue for airport operations.

The funding supports critical infrastructure modernization at the Superior Airport, which is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems. The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA in accordance with Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act provisions, provides federal funding to support the development and modernization of public-use airport infrastructure nationwide. This project addresses the airport's airside infrastructure needs and positions the facility to operate more independently through increased revenue-generating capacity provided by the new aircraft storage facility.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 4,416 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. The sponsor has adequately financed the airside needs of the airport. The grant funds phase 2, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with superior, montana.