Washington, D.C. – Congressman Dave Loebsack announced today that the Davenport Municipal Airport will receive a $451,440 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant program. This funding will be used for the design phase for reconstruction of 5,500 feet of the existing runway pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. In 2013, Loebsack joined with Davenport City Leaders to announce two grants totaling $5.5 million for a reconstruction project at the airport.
“Our local airports play a critical role in allowing our communities to grow, as well as fuel additional economic development in the region,” said Loebsack. “I am pleased that Davenport Municipal Airport is receiving this additional competitive grant, which will allow the airport to continue to grow safely and effectively.”
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