Federal Airport Improvement Grants to Fund Tower Upgrades

Nine air traffic control towers will be replaced or updated.

Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 02:38 PM ET

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The awards include a grant for the first phase of the expansion and renovation of the tower at KBOS. [Photo: Patrick Poendl/Shutterstock]

Key Takeaways:

The FAA has allocated $970 million in grants to fund infrastructure improvements at 114 airports across the United States.
A primary focus of these grants is the upgrade or replacement of nine air traffic control towers at various airports.
Major projects include renovations at Denver Centennial and Boston Logan, as well as new tower constructions at locations like Space Coast Regional, Valdosta Regional, Martin State, Tulsa International, and Valley International, often addressing outdated or non-compliant facilities.

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Some 114 airports across the United States will be receiving improvements, paid for in part by the FAA’s release of $970 million in grants for airport infrastructure. Among the improvements are upgrades or replacement of nine air traffic control towers.

Denver Centennial Airport (KAPA) in Colorado will receive $8 million to be used for a major tower renovation that includes the building’s elevator, HVAC system, plumbing, electrical, and exterior structure.