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Willow Run Airport awarded more than $15 million in federal funding for upgrades
Read full article: Willow Run Airport awarded more than $15 million in federal funding for upgradesSenators Debbie Stabenow (MI), Gary Peters (MI) announced on Tuesday that Willow Run Airport will receive $15,275,685 from the Department of Transportation. The airport will use the Federal Aviation Administration grant to improve its existing runways. โIโm pleased to announce this federal grant, which will help improve Willow Runโs daily operations.โโInvesting in Willow Run Airport will support economic development in the region,โ Senator Stabenow said in a release. โWillow Run Airport is a critical gateway for our local economy in Ypsilanti and Washtenaw, as well as throughout the entire tri-county area,โ Congresswoman Dingell said in a release. โWith more than $15 million in federal funds, Willow Run can make critical improvements to their runway that will keep pilots and passengers safe, while increasing cargo capability arriving at and departing from the airport.