The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced a $10 million state investment in projects at five public-use airports for facility improvements, infrastructure preservation, and development. Supporting safe, reliable infrastructure while growing the Commonwealth’s economy is a key priority for the Shapiro administration.
Pennsylvania’s robust aviation industry employs over 226,000 people, provides nearly $12.5 billion in payroll and employment benefits, and has a $34 billion annual economic impact. In addition to providing travel options, airports also facilitate services such as air cargo and freight, police and law enforcement, emergency medical services, firefighting, and disaster and emergency response.
“Pennsylvania’s aviation industry provides good-paying jobs while linking communities to a larger transportation system that moves goods and people around the world,” said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. “These investments are another example of Governor Shapiro’s focus on maintaining our infrastructure while also expanding business opportunities.”
The funds will support the following projects:
Bucks County Airports:
- Quakertown Airport – $1.1 million of state funds to construct three new hangars.
- Doylestown Airport – $525,000 of state funds for the continued rehabilitation of hangars.
- Doylestown Airport – $157,500 of state funds to demolish four structures on airport property.
- Doylestown Airport – $360,000 of state funds to extend public water access to the terminal area of the airport.
Jefferson County Airports:
- DuBois Regional Airport – $225,000 of state funds for the continued renovations of their administration building.
Lehigh County Airports:
- Lehigh Valley International Airport – $1.5 million of state funds to construct a parking structure to enhance terminal commercial development.
Luzerne County Airports:
- Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport – $6.2 million in state funds to expand the terminal and upgrade the Transportation Security Administration screening area.
The projects will be funded by the state Capital Budget through the Aviation Transportation Assistance Program, which is supported by bonds.
