FAA Funding for Whitley County Airport Improvements

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FAA Funding for Whitley County Airport Improvements

Congressman Harold "Hal" Rogers (KY-05) announced today that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $77,588 towards the construction of a new terminal building at the Williamsburg-Whitley County Airport. This investment marks the second phase of funding for the new terminal.

"Our general aviation airports are important for local industry and travelers, and these funds will help ensure that the airport remains convenient and accessible, as well as more apt to accommodate additional passenger traffic," stated Rogers. "Reliable and secure airport infrastructure continues to make our region more desirable for aviation-dependent businesses and flying families alike, and I am pleased with the ongoing federal-local partnership fostered by the FAA and the Williamsburg-Whitley County Airport Board."

These funds will compliment a $223,000 FAA grant awarded to the airport earlier this year for the 6000 square foot terminal, a project that is estimated to cost $1 million in total. With 4 single-engine aircraft based on its field, the Williamsburg-Whitley County Airport averages 100 aircraft operations per year - 50% local general aviation and 50% transient general aviation.

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