California Construction News staff writer
The Federal Aviation Administration is providing $870 million in airport infrastructure projects across the United States, including $289 million for new access roads at Los Angeles International Airport.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced 339 grants to airports in 44 states and two U.S. territories through the Airport Infrastructure Grants program.
The LAX grant will support ongoing construction of new ingress roadways that are designed to separate airport traffic from local traffic as part of the Airfield and Terminal Modernization Program Roadway Improvements Project.
The new roadways are expected to reduce congestion on Sepulveda Boulevard and provide more efficient access to LAX, one of the world’s busiest airports.
Los Angeles World Airports, which operates LAX, said the federal funding supports the airport’s broader transformation into a more efficient and welcoming gateway to the city.
“This federal funding builds upon the historic investments we’re making to ensure travelers have a world-class experience when touching down and taking off in Los Angeles,” Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said. “These latest improvements will enhance accessibility and reduce traffic congestion while also supporting jobs, spurring economic growth and advancing our long-term vision for LAX.”
Other major grants announced by the FAA include:
- $50 million: Miami International Airport to reconstruct the terminal roof.
- $9.1 million: Akron-Canton Airport in Ohio to rehabilitate passenger bridges and reconstruct key airport facilities.
- $4.2 million: Juneau International Airport in Alaska for snow removal equipment replacement.
- $3.7 million: Charleston International Airport in South Carolina for terminal expansion.
- $3.5 million: Sugar Land Regional Airport in Texas for runway reconstruction.
“We’re making airports safer and more convenient for travelers across the U.S.,” said FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford. “We’re releasing grants at record speed to ensure we keep up with the growing demand for travel.”
Airport Infrastructure Grants can be used for airport planning and development, sustainability projects, terminal improvements, baggage system upgrades, runway and taxiway rehabilitation, roadway and access improvements and other safety-related infrastructure needs.
The grants are part of the federal Airport Infrastructure Grants program, which funds airport improvements across the country.
