Small community air service development grant for a minimum revenue guarantee (MRG) and associated marketing program to restore and support air service to minneapolis/ST

The Department of Transportation awarded a $500,000 project grant to the Branson, Mo Regional Airport Transportation Development District on September 15, 2022 through the Small Community Air Service Development program. The grant will support a minimum revenue guarantee and marketing program to restore air service connections between Branson Regional Airport and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport through January 7, 2028. The Small Community Air Service Development program, identified by CFDA #20.930, aims to enhance air service and increase access to the national transportation system for small communities. Specifically, the funding awarded will facilitate new flight options for residents of Hollister, Missouri and surrounding areas seeking improved transportation links to other domestic hubs within the national air network.

Paul international airport (MSP), to facilitate better connections to the national air transportation system.