On Oct. 20, the Nebraska Department of Transportation Division of Aeronautics announced that $1,563,610 in state funding was awarded to two Nebraska airports in Basset and Bloomfield. This funding representing the largest allocation in recent history because of passage of LB 138 and 727.
The announcements came during the Nebraska Aeronautics Commission Meeting held at the Fremont Regional Airport on October 20, 2023.
Projects approved for funding by the Nebraska Aeronautics Commission include:
- Basset, NE: Pavement Maintenance, $40,000
- Bloomfield, NE: Complete Runway Rehabilitation, $1,523,610
“We’re happy to partner with our local airports to help support them in their critical functions.” Said Jeremy Borrell, Director of Aeronautics. “We understand the importance of these airports to the communities’ agricultural productivity, economic development, healthcare access, and greater regional needs.”
Both projects are critical to preserving existing assets in Nebraska’s robust rural aviation system. The use of state funds will help both of these airports continue to serve their customers as they have for years to come. NDOT and the Division of Aeronautics is proud to have been able to partner with these communities to bring these projects to fruition.
