Reconstruct apron; expand apron

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Northwest Mountain Region awarded Escalante City $715,570.53 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) on June 29, 2026.

The award funds reconstruction of 6,200 square yards of existing general aviation apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life and expansion of the apron by 2,000 square yards to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds a portion of the total project; an associated airport infrastructure grant funds the remaining eligible portion.

Performance runs through June 28, 2030, at Escalante, Utah. The Airport Improvement Program assists sponsors, owners, or operators of public-use airports in developing a nationwide system of airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs and supports long-term economic benefits through investment in transportation, environmental protection, and airport infrastructure.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands existing general aviation apron by adding 2,000 square yards to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project reconstructs 6,200 square yards of the existing general aviation apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds a portion of the total project. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with escalante, utah.