Kansas Invests $95M in Airport Upgrades

0:00Kansas Governor, Laura Kelly, announced $18.9 million for 53 airport projects statewide. Paired with local matching funds, this pumps $95 million total into upgrades for the Sunflower State's aviation system. The Kansas Department of Aviation reviewed 105 applications totaling nearly $39 million. This round prioritizes key improvements through bipartisan ties with the Federal Aviation Administration and local leaders. Kelly highlighted how these funds boost connectivity that drives local economies. Kansas Department of Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed added that airports anchor the state's transport network, emphasizing safety and long-term. Reliability. Northeast Kansas sees direct wins, like $37,325 at Johnson County Executive Airport in Olayfay 4. Lawrence Regional Airport grabs $201,690 for Taxiway Rehab, while New Century Air Center scores over 1,276,000 for runways, lighting, and ceiling.

1:04This push keeps Kansas skies humming efficiently, feeling growth and safety for years ahead. That's the story for today, Kansas News Today, driven by AI.