Construct/expand hangar

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Great Lakes Region awarded $228,271.58 to Darke County Commissioners (operating as Darke County Airport) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 6, 2025, for Phase 2 construction of a sponsor-owned aircraft storage hangar. This project funds the construction of 2,000 square feet of a planned 12,000 square foot hangar facility designed to enhance the airport's revenue generation capacity and operational self-sufficiency. The grant will support the development of critical aviation infrastructure at Darke County Airport in Versailles, Ohio, with an ultimate completion date of August 5, 2029.

The hangar construction project represents a continuation of the airport's capital improvement initiatives and aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of operational excellence and long-term economic benefits through transportation infrastructure investment. By funding this infrastructure development, the grant enables the airport to expand its aircraft storage capabilities, which directly supports the airport's financial sustainability and its role as a public-use aviation facility within the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 12,000 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage 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 2, which consists of construction of 2,000 square feet. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with versailles, ohio.