$13.7 million Department of Transportation grant awarded for runway expansion project

Today, Representative Larry Bucshon announced a Department of Transportation discretionary grant awarded to the Evansville Regional Airport to help complete the runway expansion project that is currently in progress.

In his role on the House Aviation Subcommittee and representative for the Evansville area in Congress, Bucshon worked with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to secure the $13.7 million grant.

“Our community relies on the Evansville Regional Airport for travel and businesses rely on this hub to transport goods and services,” said Bucshon.  “I am pleased to see this grant awarded to help with the runway expansion project. Expanding our runway here in Evansville is vital for travel safety, is essential for the local economy, and helps to ensure the airport is equipped to meet future demands. Increasing the number of passengers and products we have efficiently transported in and out of the area will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the local economy and community.”

According to airport authorities, the grant will allow the project to be completed a year early.

“We look forward to receiving this additional grant for the Runway Safety Area Project here at Evansville Regional Airport,” said Doug Joest, Airport Manager. “We greatly appreciate Congressman Bucshon’s efforts in keeping this project on track, especially given the challenging budget environment.  This latest grant will enable us to finish the project more than a year before the deadline of December 31, 2015.”