Expand apron

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Northwest Mountain Region awarded $1,057,121.05 to the Port of Benton on June 1, 2026, under the Airport Infrastructure Grants program (CFDA 20.117) to expand the main apron at Richland Regional Airport by 6,040 square yards, bringing the airport into conformity with current FAA standards. This grant funds Phase 2 construction, with an associated Airport Improvement Program grant covering the remaining eligible portion of the project. Work is performed in Richland, Washington, with an ultimate completion date of May 31, 2030. The Port of Benton, a public port authority, serves as the grant recipient and project administrator responsible for construction execution, compliance reporting, and federal record-keeping throughout the performance period.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands the existing main apron by adding 6,040 square yards to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds a portion of phase 2, which consists of construction. This grant is associated with an airport improvement program grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with richland, washington.