Ohio Approves $78M for Dayton Airport Infrastructure Expansion

The Ohio Controlling Board has approved approximately $78.75 million in funding from the All Ohio Future Fund for infrastructure improvements at Dayton International Airport, including the construction of airport aprons, taxiways, and area roadwork spanning over 150 acres in Dayton, Union, and Butler Township. This investment aims to enhance the airport's capacity with development-ready airside hangar sites and support strategic expansions by major tenants like Sierra Nevada Corporation, a global aerospace and defense leader located in Dayton. The project is part of a broader $750 million state initiative established in the 2024-2025 budget to prepare sites for economic development, making Ohio more competitive for future projects that create jobs and boost the economy. State officials, including Senator Steve Huffman and Representatives Phil Plummer and Tom Young, emphasize the substantial economic growth, job opportunities, and quality-of-life improvements expected from this investment. The total project cost is estimated at around $96 million, with specific allocations for apron construction, taxiway improvements, and surface transportation infrastructure. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jim Tressel highlighted the importance of site readiness to attract corporate investments and sustain Ohio's role as a key aerospace hub.