Construct/expand hangar

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded a $1,817,617.78 Project Grant under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to Powder River County in Broadus, Montana. The grant funds the construction of a new 9,675 square foot sponsor-owned aircraft hangar for storage and maintenance, which will help the local airport generate revenue and become more self-sustaining. This grant is part of a larger infrastructure project supported by a Bipartisan Infrastructure Law airport grant that covers the remaining eligible costs. The project is expected to be completed by August 22, 2028, aligning with the FAA's strategic goals of enhancing airport safety, operational efficiency, and infrastructure resilience across the national airport system.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 9,675 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage/maintenance 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. This grant funds a portion of the final phase, which consists of construction,. This grant is associated with a bipartisan infrastructure law airport grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the final phase. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with broadus, montana.