Murphy, Connecticut Delegation Announce Nearly $1 Million in Federal Funding for Connecticut Airports

HARTFORD–Today,U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.)and the Connecticut Congressional delegation announced that Bradley International Airport, Hartford-Brainard Airport, and Meriden Markham Municipal Airport have received nearly $1 million in federal grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
“Nearly $1 million in federal funding will make much-needed improvements possible at three Connecticut airports. Investing in our airport infrastructure is critical to ensuring reliable flights, limited congestion, and most importantly, the safety of travelers,”said the delegation in a statement.“We’re proud to have worked together to deliver these investments to Connecticut and will continue to advocate for the funding our airports need to thrive.”
Bradley International Airport will receive a $136,653 grant to rehabilitate 9,510 feet of the existing runway to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and prevent safety hazards. The grant funds phases 3 and 4 of the project including design efforts and construction oversight.
Hartford-Brainard Airport will receive a $668,764 grant to rehabilitate 4,417 feet of an existing paved runway to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and prevent safety hazards.
Meriden Markham Municipal Airport will receive a $150,000 grant to reconstruct an existing 10,000 square foot sponsor-owned hangar used for aircraft storage that has reached the end of its useful life.