Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act - Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG)
The Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) from the Tennessee Department of Transportation fund projects to modernize, expand, and improve airport safety and efficiency across the state.
Funder: Tennessee Department of Transportation
Due Dates: May 1, 2027 (Intent to use AIG funds, 4th year) | June 30, 2027 (Application deadline, 4th year funds)
Funding Amounts: $14.5 billion total over 5 years; annual allocations up to $2.39B for primary airports, $500M for non-primary airports; typical federal share 50–95%.
Summary: Supports major airport infrastructure improvements, including runways, terminals, and safety projects, under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Key Information: Only airports listed in the FAA NPIAS (except unclassified) are eligible; funds must be obligated within four years of allocation.
Description
The Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) program, part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, provides significant federal funding to modernize and maintain airport infrastructure across the United States. The program aims to enhance airport safety, efficiency, sustainability, and capacity by supporting projects such as runway and taxiway improvements, terminal upgrades, airport transit connections, and related roadway projects. Funding is distributed through formula allocations to eligible airports and competitive grants for specific improvements.
