Local airports to receive $28 million in federal funding for upgrades
- The San Juan Daily Star
- Jul 21
- 2 min read
By The Star Staff
Puerto Rico Ports Authority (Ports) Executive Director Norberto Negrón Díaz announced in recent days substantial federal funding aimed at enhancing infrastructure across various airports in Puerto Rico.
A total of four federal grants has been awarded, amounting to $27.8 million. The grants are designed to support critical capital improvement projects that will significantly benefit the island’s air travel facilities.
Negrón said the grants cover 95% of the necessary funding for key flagship initiatives. One of the noteworthy allocations is some $782,345 earmarked for Mercedita International Airport in Ponce. The primary objective of the project is to conduct a thorough and comprehensive study that will facilitate the planning and construction of advanced flood control drainage systems. The initiative is crucial, the Ports chief said, as it aims to improve infrastructure resilience and mitigate the impacts of heavy rainfall and flooding that can disrupt airport operations.
In a similar vein, a significant allocation of $1.9 million has been designated for improvements at José Aponte de la Torre Airport in Ceiba and Antonio Rivera Rodríguez Airport in Vieques. The funds provided for those regional airports will be utilized to implement a specialized pavement design program that is expected to enhance the quality and safety of the runways and taxiways at the airports, thereby supporting their operational efficiency and ensuring a smoother experience for travelers.
Overall, Negrón said, the federal grants represent a vital investment in Puerto Rico’s aviation infrastructure, aiming to enhance safety, efficiency and resilience across key airports on the island.
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