Cape May County, Millville Airports Share $1.2-Million Fed Funds

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Frank A. LoBiondo (R-2nd), a member of the House Aviation Subcommittee, on May 30 announced $673,625 in federal funding for the Cape May County airport from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Additionally, the FAA has awarded $534,480 in federal funding to the City of Millville for its airport.
“What a great way to start the weekend! I am very pleased Millville and Cape May County will receive these substantial federal investments for improvements to its local airports,” said LoBiondo in a release.
“In particular, the ongoing improvements to the Millville airport only strengthen the local transportation network of the city which is preparing for the economic growth from the Motorsports Park and various other projects in Cumberland County. Both of these federal grants will go a long way to ensure the continued safe operation of the facility for residents and visitors to the region,” he continued.
The funding for the Cape May County airport will be used to repair and replace drainage lines that are cracked and broken due to age and for the design and permitting to remove obstructions on two runways.
The funding for Millville airport will be used to rehabilitate and construct taxiways, remove 65 acres of obstructions on the airport property, correct deficiencies at the runway approach site, and allow for the design and permitting to construct the T-hangar taxiway which will include edge lighting.
The funding is awarded from the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program. Eligible projects include those improvements related to enhancing airport safety, capacity, security, and environmental concerns. Any professional services that are necessary for eligible projects — such as planning, surveying, and design — are eligible as is runway, taxiway, and apron pavement maintenance. Aviation demand at the airport must justify the projects, which must also meet federal environmental and procurement requirements.