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Congressman Nick Langworthy Announces $479,291 Federal Grant for Elmira Corning Regional Airport

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) announced that Chemung County will receive a substantial grant of $479,291 for the Elmira Corning Regional Airport as part of the FY24 Airport Improvement Program (AIP) under the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This funding will be used to update the existing airport layout plan with a comprehensive master plan narrative and to update the pavement management plan, which includes a detailed pavement condition index survey.

“The Elmira Corning Regional Airport is a vital transportation hub for the Southern Tier, supporting both our local economy and the broader connectivity of our community,” said Congressman Langworthy. “This grant will ensure that the airport continues to meet the highest standards of safety and efficiency. I’m proud to support this federal funding that will help enhance our airport infrastructure, making travel easier and more reliable.”

The Airport Improvement Program provides grants to public agencies for the planning and development of public-use airports that are included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS). These funds are critical for the continued growth and safety of the aviation sector and for meeting the evolving needs of the communities they serve.