SENATOR LORRAINE R. INOUYE ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF $4 MILLION FOR HILO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS
- Hawaiʻi State Senate
- May 26
- 1 min read
HILO, HAWAIʻI — Senator Lorraine R. Inouye (District 1 – Hilo, Paukaʻa, Papaikou, Pepeʻekeo) announced the release of $4 million in Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funding by Governor Josh Green for the design of T-Hangar and West Ramp improvements at Hilo International Airport.
The funding will support planning and design work to improve airport infrastructure serving East Hawaiʻi, helping strengthen aviation operations and support future growth and modernization efforts at Hilo International Airport.
“I’d like to mahalo Governor Green for recognizing the importance of investing in infrastructure that supports Hawaiʻi Island’s communities and economy,” said Senator Inouye. “Hilo International Airport serves as an important gateway for residents, visitors, local businesses, and our broader East Hawaiʻi community. These improvements will help modernize airport facilities and support future growth for our island.”
The project provides funding for the design phase of planned improvements to the airport’s T-Hangars and West Ramp facilities at Hilo International Airport, which will help modernize airport infrastructure and support future operational needs at the airport.
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