Install passenger boarding bridges

The City of Tyler, Texas received a $2.16 million Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), awarded June 18, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106). The grant funds the acquisition and installation of one new passenger boarding bridge at Tyler's airport facility, with project completion targeted for June 17, 2029. This infrastructure investment is designed to bring the airport into conformity with current federal safety and operational standards.

The passenger boarding bridge represents a critical airport terminal infrastructure improvement that enhances passenger boarding operations and airport functionality. As part of the FAA's ongoing commitment to modernizing the nation's airport infrastructure through the Airport Improvement Program, this project supports the agency's strategic goals of safety and operational excellence while maintaining the regional airport system's adequacy to serve civil aeronautics and the flying public.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires and installs 1 new passenger boarding bridge to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with tyler, texas.