Congressman Cohen Announces $21.9 Million Grant to Frederick W. Smith International Airport

Image August 14, 2026 Press Release Funding for terminal access road, snow removal equipment building and realigning taxiway WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that the newly re-named Frederick W. Smith International Airport will receive a grant of $21,982,285 from the Federal Aviation Administration. The funding will pay for the reconstruction and reconfiguration of a terminal access outer road, construction of a snow-removal equipment building, the realignment of Taxiway B, and improvements to the ticketing and security screening areas. Congressman Cohen made the following statement: “Our newly re-named Frederick W. Smith International Airport is an economic engine in our region. The substantial investment in improvements supported by this grant will increase its efficiency and aesthetic value for air travelers and improve the local economy by creating jobs.” # # # Issues : 9th District Economy and Jobs Homeland Security Memphis Shelby County Tennessee Transportation