Construct/expand terminal parking lot; construct taxilane

Federal Grant Award Summary

The Hardin County Airport Authority received a $421,307.37 Project Grant award from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 3, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of September 2, 2029. This Phase 1 design award funds infrastructure improvements to the airport serving Kenton, Ohio, consisting of two primary components: construction of a new 1,300-foot hangar taxilane to provide airfield access to a non-exclusive hangar development area and expansion of the existing terminal parking lot to accommodate increased vehicle parking for airport passengers. These projects are intended to bring the airport into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards and enhance operational capacity at this non-primary airport facility.

The grant supports critical airport infrastructure modernization through the design phase, which is a standard initial step for capital projects under the Airport Improvement Program. Upon design completion, the authority may pursue additional funding for construction phases. The award reflects the FAA's strategic objectives of supporting safe, efficient airport systems and long-term economic benefits through transportation infrastructure investment across the national airport system.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 1,300 foot hangar taxilane to provide airfield access to a non-exclusive hangar development area to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project expands an existing nonrevenue producing terminal parking lot at nonprimary airport to accommodate more vehicle parking for airport passengers. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with kenton, ohio.