Schumer, Gillibrand announce million for local airports
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WIVT/WBGH) – Today, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced $5,422,871 in federal...
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WIVT/WBGH) – Today, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced $5,422,871 in federal funding for the Greater Binghamton, Syracuse Hancock International, and Elmira/Corning Regional airports. The funding was allocated through the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program and will mainly be used to revitalize runways and enhance airfield safety. 'This federal investment will help the Southern Tier and Central New York's airports reach new heights,' said Senator Schumer.