Airport Awarded $6 Million from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Awarded

$6 Million from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Fresno, CA - Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) is the recipient of $6 million in additional funding from the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Airport Terminal Program as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill (BIL). This critical grant will be used to fund a portion of the new terminal concourse that will improve passenger processing efficiencies and help expand the passenger screening checkpoint. Today's federal grant announcement is in addition to $7.1 million in BIL funding awarded in 2023 and furthers continued investment in the largest expansion project in FAT's history.

FAT's terminal expansion project was included in the $970 million Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding awarded to 125 U.S. airports and designed to invest in key areas to help make the passenger experience more efficient and enjoyable. Through this award the City of Fresno is able to fund this $150 million Terminal Expansion Project at FAT, a program titled FAT Forward.

"This award and the grant that comes with it will be a tremendous step toward improving our airport. Every year, we're serving more passengers, and this grant will allow us to focus on enhancing the overall travel experience. From expanded services to upgraded facilities, we're committed to making our airport a place travelers can count on for comfort, convenience, and efficiency," said Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer.

"Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we are expanding Fresno-Yosemite International Airport - one of the fastest-growing in the nation. These funds will create much-needed upgrades and better support economic growth across the San Joaquin Valley. This goes beyond infrastructure; it's a commitment to ensuring our region thrives," said Rep. Jim Costa.

"We are grateful for the federal grant support from our region's Congressional representatives to fund this significant and historic terminal expansion project," said Director of Aviation Henry Thompson. "These grants help to strengthen our important position as an international air gateway for California's Central Valley with the capacity to meet our region's current and growing air service demand."

Last week, a significant milestone for the project was realized with the completion of the building's steel structure. In November, the building's roof will be fully installed and the building's exterior fully enclosed and weathertight. It is anticipated by January 2025; work will commence inside the building with the installation of equipment and finishes. The first phase of opening for the project will include the newly expanded passenger screening checkpoint in early 2025.

Fresno Yosemite International Airport - Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) is one of the largest drivers in economic activity in the Central San Joaquin Valley. Domestic and international carriers serving FAT offer Valley travelers nonstop flights to Atlanta, Chicago (Seasonal), Dallas/Fort Worth, Dallas Love Field (Seasonal), Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Guadalajara, León, and Morelia in Mexico.

Fresno Yosemite International Airport and Fresno Chandler Executive Airport are municipally owned entities operating as a self-supporting enterprise.

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