U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-2nd dist.) last week announced $1.4 million in federal funding for infrastructure improvements at Northeast Philadelphia Airport to strengthen safety and support long-term airport operations.
“This is the third-busiest airport in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,” Boyle said. “So, this is a real economic driver for not just Northeast Philadelphia, not just the entire city of Philadelphia, but really all of Southeastern Pennsylvania as well as adjacent South Jersey. I am proud to present $1.4 million in total to Northeast Philadelphia Airport.”
The funding includes $1 million for airfield improvements, signed into law in the FY 2026 federal funding package, and $400,000 secured in FY 2024 for perimeter fencing upgrades.
The airfield project will rehabilitate Taxiway C, addressing pavement deficiencies, extending the pavement’s lifespan with a 20-year design life and upgrading airfield lighting, signage and drainage systems to meet current Federal Aviation Administration standards.
Boyle highlighted the investments during a news conference at the airport alongside Tracy Sullivan Borda, CFO and Interim CEO of Philadelphia International Airport.
“We’re grateful to be here with Congressman Brendan Boyle for this incredible funding announcement that helps continue to advance improvements at Northeast Philadelphia Airport,” Borda said. “As Congressman Boyle said, it is the third-busiest airport in the commonwealth. It supports four flight schools, several news organizations and many private businesses with flight operations. It is also the North American home of global manufacturer, Leonardo Helicopters.”
Northeast Philadelphia Airport operates on about 1,050 acres with two runways. ••
