Construct/expand hangar

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the City of Newport, Oregon a Project Grant totaling $686,111.11 on July 14, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106). This award funds Phase 2 construction activities for airport infrastructure expansion designed to enhance the Newport Airport's revenue-generating capacity and operational sustainability. The project deliverables include construction of a new 10-unit sponsor-owned T-hangar facility and a 1,222 square-yard aircraft apron, which will provide dedicated storage capacity for general aviation aircraft and support the airport's self-sustaining operations.

The project is scheduled for completion by July 13, 2029, and qualifies for federal funding under the expanded eligibility provisions of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021. The infrastructure improvements will benefit the Newport Airport and associated aviation facilities serving the coastal Oregon community, which annually receives over 2 million visitors. As grant recipient, the City of Newport Finance Department is responsible for project execution, compliance with FAA reporting requirements, and maintenance of required documentation including airport layout plans and accounting records for the standard 20-year grant agreement period.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 10-unit sponsor-owned T-hangar and 1,222 square yard apron for aircraft storage to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. This project is allowable under the infrastructure investment and jobs act's expanded eligibility. . This grant funds phase 2, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with newport, oregon.