WASHINGTON - U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced a $3.2 million Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant to construct a parallel taxiway and extend the primary runway at Price County Airport in Phillips, Wis.

"This airport provides an important economic benefit to Northwestern Wisconsin, and this project is a valuable and important investment in this airport," said Secretary LaHood said. "Making important investments in our aviation system promotes safety and economic growth in communities across the country."

This FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant will provide for the construction of a parallel taxiway to primary Runway 1/19 to allow for the better movement of aircraft. The project also includes a 220-foot extension to the southern end of Runway 1/19. The projects will be completed in 2013.

"This runway project will enhance the safety of aircraft operations at this airport," said Acting FAA Administrator Michael Huerta.

AIP provides $3.35 billion in annual funding for airport improvement projects that are vital to maintaining the safety, capacity and environmental stewardship of our nation's airports. More than 3,300 airports are eligible for AIP grants benefiting commercial passengers, cargo operations and general aviation activities throughout the nation.

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