Construct apron

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Eastern Region awarded $555,555.56 to Capital Region Airport Commission on July 6, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to design a new 25,000 square yard general aviation apron at Richmond International Airport in Highland Springs, Virginia. This award funds Phase 1 design work for the apron project, which will accommodate increased aircraft operations. The recipient is Capital Region Airport Commission, a local government entity that manages Richmond International Airport in the 4th Congressional District of Virginia. Work is performed at Richmond International Airport, located at RICH INT AP, VA 23250. The period of performance runs through July 5, 2030. The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors, owners, and operators in developing a nationwide system of airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs, with emphasis on transportation, environmental protection, and infrastructure investment supporting long-term economic benefits.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 25,000 square yard general aviation apron to accommodate more aircraft operations. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. This grant includes funding for richmond international airport (RIC), located in the 4TH congressional district in virginia in the total amount of $500,000. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with highland springs, virginia.