Expand terminal

This Project Grant award from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), provides $5,263,157.89 in federal funding to the County of Beaufort, South Carolina to expand the existing terminal at Hilton Head Island Airport. The project will add 33,500 square feet to the terminal, which includes renovations to the aging facility, a new customer ticketing area, expanded baggage claim, an outbound bag make-up area, new restrooms, and improved passenger circulation. This expansion is intended to accommodate more passengers and improve the overall operational efficiency and capacity of the airport. The award period runs from August 19, 2024 to August 18, 2028, when the project is expected to be completed.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands the existing terminal by 33,500 square feet. This grant funds a portion of the final phase of the terminal expansion and renovation, which includes renovation of the aging terminal and increasing capacity with a new customer ticketing area, expanded baggage claim, outbound bag make-up area, new restrooms, and improved passenger circulation. The expansion will accommodate more passengers. . Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with hilton head island, south carolina.