WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Wednesday announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded over $1.9 million in federal Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) to support critical improvements at two regional airports in Alabama’s 4th Congressional District.
“These federal investments in airport infrastructure are vital to supporting economic growth and public safety across north Alabama,” said Aderholt. “By upgrading and expanding our aviation facilities, we are ensuring they can continue to serve our communities for years to come. I’m pleased to see both Cullman and Albertville airports receiving these funds for important construction and modernization projects.”
Cullman Regional Airport – Folsom Field
- Grant amount: $1,011,708
- Project: Construction of a new 600-foot Midfield Taxiway to accommodate increased aircraft activity. This grant funds Phase 2, which includes the construction phase of the project.
- Recipient: City and County of Cullman
- FAA grant number: 3-01-0022-037-2025
Albertville Regional Airport – Thomas J. Brumlik Field
- Grant amount: $939,038
- Project: Reconstruction of runway and taxiway lighting on Runway 5/23 and Taxiway A, which have reached the end of their service life
- Recipient: City of Albertville
- FAA grant number: 3-01-0004-038-2025
These grants are awarded under the Fiscal Year 2025 Airport Grant (AIG) program.
Ben Harrison, director of Cullman Regional Airport, praised the funding and the collaborative effort behind the project, saying, “We are thankful for this grant and the opportunities it will provide to develop the airport for the next 10–15 years. After careful collaboration with the airport board, city council, county commission, ALDOT Aeronautics, the FAA and our engineers, we have a good project that will help our entire community continue to advance forward and meet the ever-changing needs in aviation.”
“These grants will help ensure that local airports continue to meet modern safety standards and serve the needs of the community,” Aderholt added. “Airports like Cullman and Albertville are vital assets for rural areas, supporting both economic development and emergency services.”
