Cornyn Announces Grant for Longview Airport Improvements

WASHINGTON — Longview’s East Texas Regional Airport will receive a Federal Aviation Administration grant worth $461,555 for improvements, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn announced Thursday. “These funds will be used to address needed maintenance and safety improvements at East Texas Regional,” Sen. Cornyn said. “In addition, quality transportation services are important for boosting local economic growth. I commend the area leaders who worked to secure this funding.” The grant will provide money for the rehabilitation of an airport terminal entrance road and parking lot. Officials say both pavement surfaces have deteriorated to the point of pavement failure, creating hazardous driving surfaces for passengers. Cornyn says the project will enhance the life of the pavement.