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politics3h ago
Davids Announces Major Federal Investment to Build New Air Traffic Control Tower at Olathe AirCenter
- Davids announced a $2.6 million FAA grant to build a new ATC tower at New Century AirCenter.
- The project will modernize operations and increase capacity to handle growing aviation demand.
- New Century AirCenter serves as a key hub for business aviation and regional economic development.
- The grant was secured through an FY2026 appropriations package that Davids supported.
- Davids has previously visited the airport to advocate FAA reauthorization priorities.
- The airport handles more than 96,000 operations annually with about 120 aircraft.
- The FAA grant aligns with Johnson County and Kansas City regional growth goals.
- The tower will improve safety for pilots and airport personnel.
- The project supports continued economic growth in Johnson County and the surrounding region.
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