FAA Announces a $17.2 Million Grant for Palm Beach International Airport

Contact: Nicole Hughes 561-687-5912

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Palm Beach International (PBI) will be awarded a $17.2 million Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Airport Infrastructure Grant to rehabilitate and reconstruct pavement on Taxiway F, Taxiway H and the shoulders of Runway 14/32.

The grant funding includes pavement, lighting, construction, inspection, engineering and administration for the project. The grant will fund 75% of the project, with the remaining 25% funded by passenger facility fees.

"This grant will enhance safety at PBI by providing the funds needed to complete an important airfield rehabilitation project," said Director of Airports Laura Beebe. "We greatly appreciate the investment in PBI's infrastructure and the continuing commitment to provide the necessary funding for the modernization and improvement of the nation's airports."

About Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is proud to be named the 4th Best Airport in the U.S. Conde Nast 2023 Readers' Choice Awards and 8th Best Domestic Airport in Travel + Leisure Magazine's 2023 World's Best Awards. PBI is proud to be South Florida's favorite and award-winning airport, named 4th Best Medium-Size Airport in the 2023 J.D. Power North America Airport Satisfaction Study and ranked "Best in the U.S." for Shortest Overall TSA Wait Times by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

The 2019 FDOT Florida Statewide Aviation Economic Impact Study shows that Palm Beach International Airport generates more than $5.6 billion for the South Florida economy, both directly and indirectly. PBI serves more than 8 million passengers a year.