# DOT Awards $84.4M Airport Improvement Grants

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced the award of **$84.4 million** in Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants on September 25, 2026, targeting critical infrastructure projects at airports in Texas, North Carolina, and Wyoming. These grants fund projects including airfield drainage, terminal expansions, taxiway rehabilitation, and apron expansions aimed at enhancing airport safety, operational efficiency, and passenger experience. This funding supports modernization efforts at regional airports such as San Antonio and Abilene in Texas, Wilmington in North Carolina, and Jackson Hole in Wyoming.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should note the significant federal investment in airport infrastructure, signaling opportunities for contractors specializing in airfield construction, terminal development, and related civil engineering services.
- The grants emphasize safety and resilience upgrades, indicating priority areas for future solicitations and contract awards.
- Companies with expertise in airport infrastructure modernization should evaluate these regional markets for upcoming procurement opportunities.
- Agencies and contractors can leverage this funding to improve airport capacity and reliability, aligning with broader transportation infrastructure goals.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Transportation, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 26, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
- U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)

### Key Quotes
> Across the country, we are making long overdue investments into airport infrastructure that will enhance the travel experience for American families. Through runway, terminal, and facility updates, we are making sure our overall systems are more reliable and resilient.
> — Sean P. Duffy, U.S. Transportation Secretary

> From runway and taxiway improvements to terminal upgrades and other critical infrastructure, these investments will help airports across the country maintain safe, efficient and reliable facilities.
> — Bryan Bedford, FAA Administrator

### Sources
- [Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces $84.4 Million for Airport Improvements in Texas, North Carolina, and Wyoming | US Department of Transportation](https://www.transportation.gov/briefing-room/trumps-transportation-secretary-sean-p-duffy-announces-844-million-airport) - DOT
- [Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces $84.4 Million for Airport Improvements in Texas, North Carolina, and Wyoming | Federal Aviation Administration](https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/trumps-transportation-secretary-sean-p-duffy-announces-844-million-airport-improvements) - FAA