Congressman Langworthy Announces More Than $3.1 Million in FAA Grants for Southern Tier Airports

Washington, DC-July 2, 2026… Congressman Nick Langworthy today announced more than $3.1 million in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants for airports across New York's 23rd Congressional District, continuing a series of major federal investments that are strengthening rural infrastructure and creating opportunities for economic growth throughout the Southern Tier and Western New York.

The airports receiving this funding are the Cattaraugus County-Olean Airport, the Chautauqua County Jamestown Airport, and the Chautauqua County Dunkirk Airport. These investments follow additional FAA airport grants announced earlier this week, underscoring Congressman Langworthy's ongoing efforts to deliver critical federal resources to communities across New York's 23^rd Congressional District.

"Our regional airports are lifelines for the communities they serve," said Congressman Langworthy who also serves as the Chair of the House Aviation Safety Caucus. "They connect local businesses to other markets, support manufacturers and agriculture, bring visitors to and from our region, provide critical access for emergency medical flights and disaster response, and keep rural America connected. These investments reflect a renewed commitment to rebuilding America's infrastructure from the ground up. Every federal dollar we secure for our district helps make our communities safer, more competitive, and better positioned for long-term economic growth."

Below are the details on the three grants:

Cattaraugus County-Olean Airport - Olean

The City of Olean received $1,950,410 to complete critical airfield safety improvements, including reconstruction of the precision approach path indicator systems, runway end identifier lights, runway lighting, taxiway lighting, and airfield signage serving Runway 4/22 and Taxiway A. The project replaces infrastructure that has reached the end of its useful life and completes the final construction phase of these improvements.

The airport also received an additional $255,390 to replace its rotating beacon, enhancing airfield visibility and operational safety.

Chautauqua County-Jamestown Airport - Jamestown

Chautauqua County received $864,500 to replace aging snow removal equipment, including a new carrier vehicle. The investment will help ensure the airport can safely maintain operations throughout Western New York's demanding winter weather.

Chautauqua County-Dunkirk Airport - Dunkirk

Chautauqua County also received $77,814 to acquire four aviation easements protecting the approaches to Runway 6/24, bringing the airport into compliance with current federal safety standards while preserving safe aircraft operations for years to come.

The grants were awarded through the FAA's Airport Improvement Program, which provides funding for projects that improve the safety, efficiency, and long-term reliability of America's public-use airports.