Reconstruct apron

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Northwest Mountain Region, awarded a $206,699.77 project grant to Garfield County on September 10, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106). This grant funds the reconstruction of 1,000 square yards of deteriorated south apron hardstand pavement at Bryce Canyon Airport in Bryce Canyon City, Utah. The project addresses infrastructure that has reached the end of its useful life and will be completed by September 9, 2029.

As the direct awardee, Garfield County will deliver airport infrastructure rehabilitation services through this initiative. The grant represents part of the county's broader portfolio of Federal Aviation Administration-funded airport improvement projects at Bryce Canyon Airport, which has received over $1.2 million in total airport infrastructure funding for various apron, runway, and lighting system upgrades and maintenance activities. Airport Improvement Program funding supports the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide to maintain an adequate system of public-use airports meeting civil aeronautics needs.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 1,000 square yards of the existing south apron hardstand pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with bryce canyon, utah.