HARTFORD, Conn. (WFSB) – The United States Department of Transportation is now awarding more than $7 million in federal funding for local Connecticut airports.
Bradley International Airport and Tweed New Haven Airport will each get a share of the funding.
Officials said this money will go toward runway projects aimed at making these two airports, safer, more reliable and more comfortable for all travelers.
Eyewitness News received a statement from the Connecticut Congressional delegation on the federal funding that reads:
“This $7 million boost in federal support will make our two major airports safer, more reliable, and comfortable for all flyers. Air passengers deserve better facilities vital to upgrade the flying experience. Connecticut welcomes and depends on visitors from all over the world, and residents who travel widely, to drive our economy. We’ll continue to fight for critically necessary federal investment in ourairports.”
No further details were released.
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