ONTARIO, California., 21 August 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Southern California Ontario Ontario International Airport (ONT) is getting another 4 million US dollars from the Federal Aviation Administration to invest in infrastructure improvements at the preferred aviation hub for millions of Southern Californians.
The FAA announced on 9 August that they overall 636 million US dollars at airports across the country as part of its 2024 Airport Improvement Program. The ONT’s share – 4,090,060 USD – will be used for ongoing runway and taxiway rehabilitation projects.
Ontario International Airport received $4 million for its runway and taxiway rehabilitation program.
“We are deeply grateful for our partnership with the FAA and the unwavering support of congressional leaders in Washington, DCfor providing the necessary resources to improve our runways, taxiways and infrastructure. Together, we are committed to providing the safest experience for our travelers and airlines across the United States,” said Atif ElkadiChairman of the Board of Ontario International Airport Authority.
The funding comes as Ontario International continues to outperform the industry as a whole while serving one of the most dynamic economic and population centres in the United StatesThis year, ONT is expected to surpass 7 million passengers, up 75% since its return to local ownership in 2016. ONT is also among the top 10 cargo airports in the United States.
At the national level, the Airport Improvement Program finances a variety of projects such as planning, improving airport safety, airport development and airport noise compatibility.
“The 636 million US dollars Investments will help airports across the country maintain and improve their critical infrastructure to create the safest and most efficient airport system in the world,” said Shannetta R. Griffin, deputy commissioner of the FAA’s Airports Division.
To Ontario International Airport
Ontario International Airport (ONT) is California’s most popular airport, according to JD Power’s most recent North America Airport Satisfaction Study. ONT is located in the Inland Empire, about 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in the center of Southern CaliforniaIt is a full-service airport offering nonstop service to two dozen major airports in the United States. Mexico, Central America And TaiwanFor more information, visit www.flyOntario.com. Follow @flyONT on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram
About the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA)
The OIAA was founded in August 2012 through an agreement on joint powers between the city Ontario and the county San Bernardino Providing overall direction for the management, operation, development and marketing of ONT for the benefit of Southern California business and the residents of the airport’s catchment area, which spans four counties. OIAA leaders include Alan D. Wapner (President), Ontario City Councillor, San Bernardino County Supervision Curt Hagman (Vice President), Jim W. Bowman, Ontario City Councillor (Secretary), Ronald O. Loveridge, retired Mayor of Riverside (Treasurer) and Julia Gouw, retired Executive Director (Commissioner).
OIAA Media Contact:
Steve Lambert(909) 841-7527 (email protected)
SOURCE Ontario International Airport
