Three military airports have been selected by the FAA to become eligible for grants to add civilian air operations.
Three Military Airports to add Civilian Operations
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA has selected three former or current military airfields—Kelly Field (TX), Mobile Downtown (AL), and Salina Regional (KS)—to receive grants for adding civilian air operations.
- These grants are part of the Military Airport Program (MAP), which funds infrastructure improvements and expands civilian services at these sites to boost economic growth and create jobs.
- The MAP facilitates the conversion and enhancement of military facilities for civil aviation, having provided approximately $764 million to over 35 airports since 1991.
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