An Alabama airport has received federal assistance for runway improvements.
Mobile Regional Airport has received $4,894,290 in federal grant money for runway and lighting improvements, as well as firefighting equipment, according to AL.com.
U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne’s office says the funding will go toward the rehabilitation of runway 15/33 and upgrades to its lighting system, in addition to a replacement aircraft rescue and fire-fighting vehicle.
In addition to the grant, the airport received $3,425,440…