Airport Development and Security
Forecasted
The Iowa Department of Transportation’s Airport Development and Security grant funds scientific upgrades to airport safety, security, capacity, and environmental infrastructure at public-owned Iowa airports.
Funder: Iowa Department of Transportation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Annual application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to 85% of eligible project costs covered by the state; local match of at least 15% required.
Summary: Supports Iowa public-owned airports with projects to improve safety, capacity, security, and environmental standards for airfield and infrastructure development.
Key Information: Forecasted grant—dates and details are subject to annual program updates.
Description
The Airport Development and Security grant, managed by the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Aviation Bureau, funds projects that preserve, enhance, and secure airfield infrastructure at public-owned airports across Iowa. The program’s goal is to ensure that Iowa’s airports remain modern, safe, secure, and capable of meeting current and future aviation needs. Typical funded projects include runway and taxiway improvements, navigational aids, weather systems, safety and security upgrades, environmental mitigation, and airfield capacity enhancements.
