WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) announced they secured significant federal funding for Longville Municipal Airport for infrastructure improvements. The grant provides $618,177 for the final phase of the Runway 13/31 improvement project. Improvements include installing a precision approach path indicator system and constructing a new 582 foot paved taxiway turnaround on the end of Runway 31. 

“Longville Municipal Airport is an essential link for residents and businesses in Cass County and beyond,” said Klobuchar. “This federal grant will make needed infrastructure updates to ensure the airport can continue serving travelers for years to come.”

“I’m glad to see the Biden-Harris administration once again delivering for travelers in Minnesota and around the country,” said Smith. “Small and regional airports like the Longville Municipal Airport are vital parts of their communities and this funding will go directly towards updating and replacing the runway to ensure it is safe for travelers.”

This funding is from the Airport Improvement Program (AIP), which provides federal grants for airport infrastructure projects such as runways, taxiways, signage, lighting, and markings.

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