Expand apron

The City of Valentine received a $746,000 project grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on July 15, 2025, with a completion date of July 14, 2029. This award funds the expansion of an existing airport apron at Valentine Municipal Airport by 6,855 square yards to accommodate additional based aircraft. The project grant represents partial federal funding, with the remaining eligible project costs supported through a complementary Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) grant, enabling the airport to enhance its operational capacity and infrastructure.

The Airport Improvement Program provides federal grants to support the development, maintenance, and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide. This award aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety, operational excellence, and economic competitiveness by improving the airport's ability to serve civil aviation needs. The project directly benefits the Valentine, Nebraska community by funding critical airport infrastructure improvements that support long-term economic development and enhanced aviation services in the region.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands an existing apron an additional 6,855 square yards to accommodate more based aircraft. This grant funds a portion of the total project. . This project is associated with an infrastructure investment and jobs act grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with valentine, nebraska.