by Officials announced Wednesday that the Federal Aviation Administration is awarding $15 million in grant cash to the San Diego International Airport to improve aviation infrastructure.
The money is provided by the Airport Improvement Program, which funds projects like taxiways, runways, noise reduction, airport markings, signage, and lighting.
Sen. Alex Padilla and Sen. Adam Schiff, who announced the money, stated that Californians and the millions of visitors to our state each year deserve a safe and simple airport travel experience.
Modernizing and restoring the aging airport infrastructure is the first step in that process. In addition to improving passenger mobility, these important enhancements will lessen noise pollution in nearby neighborhoods.
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According to Schiff, the grants will enable us to make vital investments in our airport’s infrastructure, which will increase safety, generate more jobs, strengthen our local economies, and improve the travel experience for millions of tourists and travelers.
A total of $81.3 million in grant cash was given to 18 airports in California.
For the 250 homes impacted by airport noise exposure, the San Diego initiative will purchase and install complete noise reduction measures.
You can find the complete list of AIP awards for airports in California here.
