Reconstruct terminal components; reconstruct passenger boarding bridges

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), through the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), awarded $2,939,474.74 to the Akron-Canton Regional Airport Authority on July 29, 2025, to reconstruct critical terminal infrastructure at the North Canton, Ohio facility. The grant, with an ultimate completion date of July 28, 2029, will fund the reconstruction of one existing passenger boarding bridge and the replacement of four baggage carousels that have reached the end of their useful lives. These improvements are designed to enhance passenger movement and baggage handling operations within the existing terminal.

This project directly supports the FAA's strategic objectives of operational excellence and long-term economic benefits by modernizing aging airport infrastructure. The Airport Improvement Program, which encompasses traditional AIP funding alongside Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and COVID-19 relief appropriations, provides federal grants to develop, modernize, and maintain airport infrastructure nationwide. The award will benefit the Akron, Ohio region and demonstrates the FAA's continued commitment to supporting regional airport authorities in maintaining safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 1 existing passenger boarding bridge that have reached the end of its useful lives. This project reconstructs existing terminal by replacing 4 baggage carousels to improve the movement of passengers and baggage that has reached the end of its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with akron, ohio.