Thompson Announces $197,500 in Grant Funding for Bradford Regional Airport

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded $197,500 to the Bradford Regional Airport (BFD) in Lewis Run, Pennsylvania.  The FAA grant will help BFD pay for terminal and runway safety enhancements.

“These investments will help Bradford Regional Airport continue offering safe and reliable transportation services to the residents of McKean County and the broader region,” stated Rep. Thompson.  “These projects benefit the local economy and businesses alike, and will provide all traveling customers with greater safety.”

This grant will provide federal funding for the rehabilitation of the Airport’s terminal apron, to ensure the structural integrity of the pavement, along with improvements and maintenance upgrades to Runway 14/32.

“These funds will make considerable improvements to the terminal apron, replacing damaged and crumbling concrete, which has been in place since the 1950s,” stated BFD Manager Thomas Frungillo.  “The funds will also help improve airfield safety and complete the third and final phase to remove trees and brush from Runway 14/32’s primary surface areas.”

“On behalf of the Bradford Regional Airport Authority, we certainly appreciate the Congressman's assistance and support in the release of these funds,” Frungillo added.