BOISE — A series of federal grants will help the Boise Airport continue upgrading its infrastructure as it prepares for continued growth.

The city of Boise announced on July 2 that three Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grants totaling $74 million will go toward runway reconstruction and aircraft apron projects.

Along with supporting infrastructure improvements, the grant money and projects will enhance safety and increase operational efficiency, the city stated.

“Boise is honored to receive these FAA grants, which will help advance three key infrastructure projects as our airport continues to support our region’s growth,” Boise Mayor Lauren McLean said. “These grants are one of the many ways that we pursue strategic funding opportunities, investing in infrastructure that supports the services and quality of life Boiseans enjoy.”

FIRST GRANT — $59.4 MILLIONOne of two discretionary Airport Improvement Program grants, the $59.4 million will support the reconstruction of one of the airport’s two parallel runways. Construction began in March and is expected to take place over two construction seasons.

SECOND GRANT — $4.9 MILLIONAlso a discretionary Airport Improvement Program grant, the $4.9 million will fund the installation of a runway visual guidance system on the reconstructed runway, including centerline lighting that will help pilots maintain a safe, stabilized approach during landing.

Combined with the $59.4 million grant, the $64.3 million worth of Airport Improvement Program grant dollars “will help offset the cost of the airport’s ongoing runway reconstruction project,” the city said.

THIRD GRANT — $9.6 MILLIONAn Airport Infrastructure Grant, the funds will be used to complete construction of the south side of the aircraft apron for the future Concourse A. The first phase of the apron project began in 2025 and created additional overnight aircraft parking positions. The second phase is now underway. These new parking spaces will allow more aircraft to be positioned for early morning departures and create greater flexibility for airlines to expand air service to the region.

“The runways and airfield are the most critical pieces of infrastructure at an airport,” said Beth Sumner, Boise Airport deputy director of engineering. “While they may not be as visible as a new terminal, these investments ensure Boise Airport can continue to safely and efficiently serve the Treasure Valley and the entire region for decades to come.”