Connecticut Delegation Announces Over $7 Million in Federal Funding for Connecticut Airports

[Hartford, CT] – Today, the Connecticut Congressional delegation announced that Bradley International Airport and Tweed-New Haven Airport have received over $7 million in federal grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

“This $7 million boost in federal support will make our two major airports safer, more reliable, and comfortable for all flyers. Air passengers deserve better facilities vital to upgrade the flying experience. Connecticut welcomes and depends on visitors from all over the world, and residents who travel widely, to drive our economy,” said the delegation. “We’ll continue to fight for critically necessary federal investment in our airports.”

Bradley International Airport will receive three grants totaling more than $3.9 million. The projects funded include the reconstruction of the existing Terminal Apron pavement to accommodate more aircraft operations and extending the existing paved Taxiway T, bringing the airport up to current standards.

Tweed-New Haven Airport will receive two grants totaling more than $3.1 million. The grants will fund Phase 1 for the design of Runway 2, which will bring the runway up to current standards and enable the runway to accommodate more passengers and a broader fleet mix, and reimbursement of costs associated with an environmental assessment.

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