Federal Grant Awarded to Mobile Airport Authority

MOBILE, Ala. (August 15, 2024) – The Mobile Airport Authority is excited to announce that it has been awarded $7,510,599 through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program. These funds will directly support the ongoing development of the new terminal at Mobile International Airport (BFM).

”This funding is a significant boost for the Mobile International Airport project,” said Mobile Airport Authority Chairman, Elliot Maisel. ”It’s an important step in ensuring that our airport continues to grow and serve Mobile and Baldwin Counties effectively. We’re grateful for the support and eager to continue our work on this vital infrastructure.”

”This grant reinforces our commitment to building a state-of-the-art terminal at Mobile International Airport,” said Chris Curry, Mobile Airport Authority President. ”The new terminal is key to accommodating future growth and driving economic development in the region. We're excited about our partnership with FAA as we continue to work towards the completion of our transformative project.”

”This funding announcement puts us one step closer to completing construction and opening our new terminal at Mobile International Airport downtown. The investment in this project supports multimodal connectivity and improves the quality of life for our citizens. We are grateful for the continued investment of our federal partners who understand that Mobile is the gateway to North America on the Gulf Coast,” said Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson.

These investments are part of MAA’s broader strategy to enhance infrastructure, prepare for future demand, and support economic growth in Mobile and the surrounding areas. About Mobile Airport Authority The Mobile Airport Authority owns and operates Mobile Regional Airport (MOB), Mobile International Airport (BFM), Brookley Aeroplex and St. Elmo Airport generating $2 Billion in economic value for Alabama. Delta Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines serve the Mobile Regional Airport, providing direct service to five major hubs: Atlanta, Dallas, Charlotte, Houston, and Washington D.C. MOB is also home to Airbus Space and Defense.

Mobile International Airport (BFM), strategically located near the Port of Mobile, is a vital link to multimodal connectivity, integrating maritime, rail, trucking, and aviation operations. Construction for a new terminal and parking garage at BFM is underway, with an anticipated completion in July 2025, coinciding with the relocation of all commercial air traffic in November 2025. Breeze Airways provides nonstop service to Orlando and BreezeThru service to Providence, RI, from BFM.

The airport proudly houses the Airbus Final Assembly Line, Airbus Engineering, ST Aerospace, and Continental Motors, showcasing its prominence in the aviation industry. The Brookley Aeroplex, a thriving industrial complex, supports BFM’s operations, accommodating more than ninety businesses, including supply chain providers and others supporting the transportation industry. St. Elmo Airport is located about eighteen miles from the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley, primarily caters to corporate and private aircraft needs.