Construct/expand hangar

The City of Alma, Nebraska received a Project Grant award of $343,157.89 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), as of May 16, 2025. This grant funds Phase 1 of a project to construct a new 9,700 square-foot sponsor-owned hangar facility for aircraft maintenance at the Alma airport. The primary deliverable under this initial phase is the design of the hangar, which is intended to enhance the airport's financial sustainability by generating additional revenue through aircraft maintenance operations.

The project is eligible for funding under the expanded eligibility provisions of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and will benefit airports associated with Alma, Nebraska through improved infrastructure and operational capacity. The grant period extends through May 15, 2029, allowing sufficient time for the completion of design work and potential advancement to subsequent construction phases. Upon project completion, the hangar facility is expected to support the airport's long-term economic viability and operational efficiency.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 9,700 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft maintenance to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. This project is allowable under the bipartisan infrastructure law's expanded eligibility. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with alma, nebraska.