KEARNEY- The Kearney Regional Airport is set to receive a $6.28 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration for the expansion and its facility, announced U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer on Tuesday. "Nebraska's airports ensure our communities can stay connected and help our state's world-class products make it to market," said Fischer.

The federal funding specifically allows for an additional 4,325 square feet of space, as well as renovation of the main airport terminal. Plans have been laid out to enhance passenger seating and baggage services, and the airport is expected to grow to around 11,000 square feet.

The funds stem from the CARES Act, which Fischer voted for, and was enacted in 2020. An intent to fund the grant has been set since 2020, when the Office of the Secretary of Transportation expressed interest in expanding the airport.

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