Congressman Nick Langworthy Announces Nearly $700,000 in FAA Grants for Airport Improvements in Chautauqua and Allegany Counties
From the office of Congressman Langworthy,
Washington, D.C.—May 22nd… Congressman Nick Langworthy today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration has awarded a combined $697,300 in federal funding to support critical infrastructure improvements at airports in Chautauqua and Allegany Counties.
The funding, provided through the FAA’s Fiscal Year 2026 Airport Improvement Grant program, will support modernization projects at both Chautauqua County-Dunkirk Airport and Wellsville Municipal Airport-Tarantine Field.
The awards include:
- $237,500 for the County of Chautauqua to fund the final phase of a project reconstructing three existing airport access gates at the Dunkirk Airport that have reached the end of their useful lives.
- $459,800 for the Town of Wellsville to fund the final phase of a project reconstructing a 15,000-square-foot airport-owned hangar at Wellsville Municipal Airport-Tarantine Field that has reached the end of its useful life and is used for aircraft storage.
“Regional airports are vital economic assets that support local businesses, emergency services, tourism, workforce development, and economic growth,” said Congressman Langworthy. “This investment will help modernize our critical infrastructure, improve airport operations, and ensure these facilities continue serving our communities for years to come. I’m thrilled this federal money is coming back to our 23rdCongressional District.”
Earlier this month, Congressman Langworthy announced a $5.7 million grant for Jamestown Airport. The grants were awarded through the FAA Airport Improvement Grant program, which provides federal funding for airport infrastructure projects that enhance safety, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability.
