WASHINGTON - U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced a $4.57 million Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant to reconstruct a runway at Maryland Airport in Indian Head, Md.

"This funding will help improve the airport's infrastructure and will keep aircraft moving safely and efficiently through Maryland and the Washington metro area," Secretary LaHood said. "Making important investments in our aviation system promotes safety and economic growth in communities across the country."

The FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant will fund Phase three of the reconstruction and realignment of the runway at Maryland Airport. The replacement runway will improve efficiency at the airport, which is a key reliever for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. This phase of construction will complete the earthwork and runway paving, marking and lighting and is expected to be completed in fall of 2013.

"This grant enhances the operational safety and efficiency of the airport which allows continued quality service to its passengers," 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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