(Undated) -- Three Iowa airports will share more than $8.7 (M) million in federal funding for projects. The funding includes $3.6 (M) million each for the Des Moines International Airport and the Eastern Iowa Airport. Sioux City's Gateway Airport is getting$1.5 (M) million.
The funding is focus on modernization and expanding terminal areas and infrastructure. The U.S. Department of Transportation will administer the awards through its Airport Terminal Program, which was established Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), backed by US Senator Charles Grassley (R-IA).
“Iowa’s airports facilitate high volume passenger travel and move our world-class products to market. Keeping our airports in top shape ensures travelers’ safety and strengthens our local economy,” Grassley said. “I supported the bipartisan infrastructure law with Iowans in mind, and I’m glad our state continues to see significant returns on that investment.”
Federal awards will be disbursed as follows:
- Des Moines International Airport will receive $3,600,000 for the construction of four new terminal gates and holdrooms.
- Eastern Iowa Airport will receive $3,600,000 for the construction of a new baggage handling control system for the expanded airport terminal.
- Sioux Gateway Airport will receive $1,564,466 for the acquisition and installation of a new passenger boarding bridge.