Wicomico County Awarded $1.75-Million FAA Grant for Salisbury Regional Airport Upgrades

Upgrades and modernization for the control tower at the Salisbury-Ocean City: Wicomico Regional Airport. The airport has been awarded a $1.75-million FAA Grant under the FY 2026 FAA Contract Tower Program. The funding will support the replacement of interior air traffic control tower consoles and associated equipment, help modernize critical infrastructure and enhance operational efficiency at the airport.

Additional information from Wicomico County:

“This investment is another important step forward for Salisbury Regional Airport and our continued commitment to maintaining safe, reliable, and modern aviation infrastructure,” said Julie Giordano. “We are grateful to Congressman Andy Harris and our federal partners for supporting projects that strengthen transportation and economic development opportunities for Wicomico County and the entire region.”

Andy Harris added, “Wicomico Regional Airport is a critical transportation hub for Maryland’s First District, driving commerce, travel, and economic activity across the region. The FAA award will fund air traffic control tower operations at Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport and maintain commercial air service. I appreciate Wicomico County’s leadership on the award and look forward to the impact this investment will have on our local economy.”

The grant was awarded through the Federal Aviation Administration and announced by the Office of Representative Andy Harris.

Salisbury Regional Airport serves as a vital transportation hub for the Eastern Shore, supporting business growth, tourism, and regional connectivity.