Spanish Fork seeks $10M for Taxiway Bravo as general aviation traffic grows
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Spanish Fork and partners asked the subcommittee to support a $10 million Taxiway Bravo runway project to relieve congestion at the state's busiest general aviation airport, citing FAA engagement, phased funding and economic development near the inland port.
Senator McKell and Spanish Fork representatives presented a request for a $10 million Taxiway Bravo runway and taxiway project at the Spanish Fork Airport to address increased general‑aviation traffic after commercial activity concentrated at nearby airports. They said the FAA and Congressman Owens are engaged and that the project can be phased; one third of work is funded, and combined state, local and federal dollars could complete two of three phases.
Seth Perrons (online) explained the project can be phased into thirds and that available federal appropriations could cover much of the needed work. Committee members asked whether the request should draw on the aeronautics restricted account, a general‑fund request, or federal appropriations; presenters indicated the current presentation was cast as a general‑fund request but said other aviation grant and loan programs may be options.
Presenters noted limited immediate airport revenue to repay capital, but argued substantial indirect economic benefits to the inland port and adjacent industrial development; airport growth also reflects flight schools and student traffic that have increased operational demand.