Construct or improve fuel farm

On August 20, 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Eastern Region awarded Stafford Regional Airport a $161,000 project grant under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to fund Phase 2 design activities for the construction of a single self-serve fuel facility. The project, scheduled for completion by August 19, 2029, is located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and is designed to enhance the airport's financial self-sustainability by generating additional revenue streams through fuel sales operations.

This design phase grant represents the initial developmental stage for infrastructure that will enable the airport to provide self-service fueling capabilities to aviation users. By establishing this facility, Stafford Regional Airport aims to reduce operational dependence on external fuel vendors and create a sustainable revenue model. The award supports the FAA's strategic objectives of airport infrastructure modernization and long-term economic development while contributing to a comprehensive system of public-use airports across the United States.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a single self-serve fuel facility to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with stafford, virginia.