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Natchitoches Regional Airport (Source: Natchitoches Regional Airport) By Kaitlyn Gibson | May 14, 2021 at 12:38 PM CDT - Updated May 14 at 12:38 PM
(KSLA) - United States Representative Mike Johnson announced on Friday, May 14 that three Louisiana airports will be receiving federal funding from the FAA for necessary improvements.
The Natchitoches Regional Airport will be receiving $1.14 million from the Federal Aviation Administration to reconstruct 1,200 feet of existing taxiway pavement.
“This award from the federal government is great for Natchitoches,” Johnson
said. “These improvements made possible by the grant are necessary to ensure the safety of all passengers and employees of the airport.”
Johnson also announced that the town of Vivian will receive $298,000 to modernize its airport’s taxiways and make improvements. The grant will provide funds for the construction of 560 feet and 900 feet taxiway turnarounds.