Pensacola International Airport Receives $4 Million Grant from Federal Aviation Administration for the Terminal Expansion and Modernization Program

Pensacola International Airport Receives $4 Million Grant from Federal Aviation Administration for the Terminal Expansion and Modernization Program

Pensacola International Airport (PNS) is excited to announce the receipt of a $4 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Airport Terminal Program (ATP). This grant marks the first time PNS has been awarded funds through this valuable initiative, which aims to modernize airport terminals nationwide. The grant will play a pivotal role in the ongoing Terminal Expansion and Modernization Program, an effort to meet the increasing demands of the region’s growing air travel market while improving overall passenger experience.

The FAA’s ATP, in its fourth year of a five-year program, awarded a total of $970 million to 128 projects across 125 airports. These investments not only enhance airport infrastructure but also contribute to the creation of high-paying jobs in communities across the country, including Pensacola.

“This grant is a significant milestone for Pensacola International Airport as we continue to meet the demands of our growing passenger base,” said Matt Coughlin, Executive Director of Pensacola International Airport. “The Terminal Expansion and Modernization Program is a major part of our long-term vision for PNS, and the support from the FAA will allow us to move forward with critical improvements that benefit both our travelers and the community.”

The Terminal Expansion and Modernization Program is set to increase the capacity of PNS, offering a brand new terminal with 5 gates, enhanced amenities, improved accessibility, a reconfigured and expanded TSA checkpoint, and more. The project will also support the broader economic growth of the region, attracting more business and tourism to Pensacola.

D.C. Reeves, Mayor of Pensacola, echoed the significance of the grant: “We have worked tirelessly, alongside our federal leadership, to improve Pensacola International Airport. This announcement shows us these efforts are paying off. Obviously, it is not the end of our work, but just the beginning as we move a step closer to offering a world-class center of travel for our residents and visitors to Pensacola and the surrounding area.”