WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) announced they secured significant federal funding for Thief River Falls Regional Airport. The grant provides $833,204 to replace existing snow removal equipment and enhance the airport's ability to clear the priority areas of the airfield during adverse weather conditions.

“Thief River Falls Regional Airport is an essential link for residents and businesses in Pennington County and beyond,” said Klobuchar. “This federal grant will allow the airport to purchase important equipment to protect operations during heavy weather events.”

“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 Thief River Falls Regional Airport are vital parts of their communities and this funding will go directly towards buying up-to-date snow removal equipment to make sure the runways are clear and safe for travelers in the winter.”

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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