Federal funds secured to improve Cloquet Carlton County Airport

U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) announced federal funds are secured for the Cloquet Carlton County Airport. Over $200,000 from a federal grant will be used for infrastructure improvements.

“Cloquet Carlton County Airport is an essential link for residents and businesses in Carlton County and beyond,” said Klobuchar. “This federal grant will make needed infrastructure updates to ensure the airport can continue serving travelers for years to come.”

The grant provides $241,149 for a new 11,500 square foot hangar for aircraft storage. The federal funds secured through the Airport Improvement Program (AIP), which provides federal grants for airport infrastructure projects such as runways, taxiways, signage, lighting, and markings.

“I’m glad to see the Biden-Harris administration once again delivering for travelers in Minnesota and around the country,” said Smith. “Small and regional airports like the Cloquet Carlton Airport are vital parts of their communities and this funding will go directly towards building an aircraft storage facility to ensure all planes are safely stored and secured.”