Construct/expand hangar

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Great Lakes Region awarded Highland County, Ohio $526,315.79 on August 19, 2026, under the Airport Infrastructure Grants program (CFDA 20.117) to construct a new 4,963 square foot non-exclusive use hangar for aircraft storage at Hillsboro Airport.

The hangar construction represents the final phase of a project designed to enhance the airport's revenue-generating capacity and financial self-sufficiency. The work is performed at Hillsboro, Ohio (45133). The period of performance extends through August 18, 2030. As a project grant, assistance is released upon application for reimbursement of expenses.

Highland County Commissioners, the recipient county government entity, manages the grant. The Airport Infrastructure Grants program, funded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, supports runways, taxiways, safety and sustainability projects, terminal improvements, airport transit connections, and roadway projects at eligible airports listed in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 4,963 square foot non-exclusive use hangar for aircraft storage to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with hillsboro, ohio.