Construct/expand hangar

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Great Lakes Region, awarded a $103,000 Project Grant to the Northwood Municipal Airport Authority on August 6, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to support the design phase of a new aircraft hangar facility. This grant funds Phase 1, which consists of design services for a sponsor-owned, 5,184 square foot hangar intended for aircraft storage and maintenance. The project is scheduled for completion by August 5, 2029, and will serve the regional airport located in Northwood, North Dakota.

The hangar construction project is designed to enhance the airport's financial sustainability by generating revenue through aircraft storage and maintenance services. By funding the design phase, this grant enables the Northwood Municipal Airport Authority to proceed with planning for infrastructure that will support civil aviation operations and economic development in the region. The grant complements the airport's existing airside infrastructure investments and represents the FAA's commitment to maintaining an adequate nationwide system of public-use airports.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 5,184 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage and 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 phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with northwood, north dakota.