Federal Funding Headed to Southern Oregon Airports
Medford, Ashland, Grants Pass, Klamath Falls among recipients in $27 million statewide investment
Crater Lake–Klamath Regional Airport in Klamath Falls is set to receive $285,000 in federal funding for apron pavement rehabilitation as part of a statewide airport infrastructure investment. (File photo)
MEDFORD, Ore. — Several airports across Southern Oregon are set to receive federal funding as part of a more than $27 million infrastructure investment announced by Oregon’s congressional delegation. The funding, distributed through the U.S. Department of Transportation, will support runway improvements, safety upgrades, pavement rehabilitation, and equipment modernization at more than 25 airports statewide.
Southern Oregon airports receiving funding include facilities in Medford, Grants Pass, Ashland, Klamath Falls, Brookings, Chiloquin, Gold Beach, and others across the region.
U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden said the investments support transportation, emergency response, and economic development statewide.
“Oregonians rely on federal investments like these to support small businesses, emergency responses, and safe travel in communities across our state,” Wyden said. “I’ll keep battling for continued federal support for all airports in Oregon to keep our state’s residents and products moving smoothly and securely from point A to point B.”
Sen. Jeff Merkley emphasized the importance of regional airports in both everyday travel and disaster response.
“Our regional airports are vital hubs for Oregonians, supporting local businesses and providing essential lifelines during natural disasters,” Merkley said. “Investing in critical airport improvements such as terminals, runways, and more strengthens infrastructure across our state.”
Southern Oregon Regional Funding Highlights
Several airports in the Southern Oregon and nearby region will receive funding for infrastructure upgrades:
Rogue Valley International–Medford Airport — $2 million
Rebuild 8,000 square yards of apron pavement
Rehabilitate 30,000 square yards of apron pavement
Update pavement management plan and survey
Grants Pass Airport — $2.67 million
Install new guidance signs and taxiway edge lighting
Extend paved runway
Install runway end identifier lights and precision approach path indicator
Extend taxiway by 870 feet
Ashland Municipal Airport — $534,000
Reseal taxilane pavement
Rehabilitate taxilane pavement sections
Reseal runway pavement
Crater Lake–Klamath Regional Airport (Klamath Falls) — $285,000
Rehabilitate 9,888 square yards of apron pavement
Brookings Airport — $947,435
Rebuild runway lighting
Install new rotating beacon
Upgrade navigational aids including wind cone
Chiloquin State Airport — $490,224
Reseal apron pavement
Reseal runway pavement
Gold Beach Municipal Airport — $326,774
Reseal runway and taxiway pavement
Local Leaders Emphasize Economic and Safety Benefits
Grants Pass City Manager Aaron Cubic said the funding will improve safety and reliability at the Josephine County facility.
“This federal investment in the Grants Pass Airport is a major win for our community and for the long-term economic vitality of Josephine County,” Cubic said. “Replacing aging lighting, signage, and critical electrical systems will significantly enhance airfield safety and reliability.”
Ashland Mayor Tonya Graham also highlighted the long-term benefits of the improvements.
“We are grateful to the Federal Aviation Administration for granting these funds to install needed safety enhancements that will help the City of Ashland serve our airport users over the next decade,” Graham said.
Statewide Investment
The funding also supports airports across Oregon including Eugene, Redmond, North Bend, Albany, Corvallis, Burns, Ontario, Baker City, Salem, and others. Projects range from runway resealing and taxiway expansion to terminal upgrades and safety equipment improvements.
Officials say regional airports play a critical role in wildfire response, medical transport, business travel, tourism, and cargo operations, particularly in rural communities.
Cover image: Rogue Valley International–Medford Airport
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