Congressman Dale W. Strong Launches West Aviation Development at Huntsville International Airport

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Sept. 24, 2026) – U.S. Rep. Dale W. Strong (R-Ala.) joined regional leaders today at Huntsville International Airport (HSV) to ceremonially launch the West Aviation development, marking a major milestone for North Alabama’s aerospace and economic infrastructure.

“North Alabama is one of the fastest-growing regions in the country, and we need the infrastructure to match that growth.” said Congressman Strong. “This investment will help Huntsville International Airport expand its footprint, strengthen critical aerospace and defense supply chains, and attract high-value jobs to our community. As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I’ll continue working to bring federal resources home to North Alabama and keep our district at the forefront of America’s aviation, aerospace, and defense industry.”

Congressman Strong secured $2 million for HSV through the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. The federal investment directly supports critical transportation and infrastructure enhancements across Alabama’s 5th Congressional District.

The $2 million allocation will fund the initial land development phase to the west of West Runway 18R/36L. This foundational work positions HSV to recruit top-tier aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) companies, expanding the airport’s capacity to serve defense, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing sectors. Long-term plans for the West Aviation development mirror HSV’s busy cargo complex on the East Runway 18L36R, incorporating dedicated hangar space and a direct-access taxiway ramp.

“This funding not only drives development to our west but aligns with the City of Huntsville’s strategy to deliver essential infrastructure, including the planned relocation of County Line Road that supports our community’s long-term industrial growth.” said Butch Roberts, CEO of Huntsville International Airport. “Securing these funds allows us to build our capacity to attract high-value aircraft maintenance and overhaul operations, and create new, skilled jobs right here in our community. We are grateful to Congressman Strong for his dedicated leadership and commitment to advancing our region’s transportation network.”

The expansion reinforces North Alabama’s standing as a premier national hub for aerospace and defense logistics, laying the groundwork for future commercial and industrial growth.

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About Huntsville International Airport

Huntsville International Airport (HSV) located in Huntsville, Alabama, serves more than 1.7 million passengers annually with commercial air service to 18 nonstop destinations provided by Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. HSV is an operating entity of the Port of Huntsville along with the International Intermodal Center, Jetplex Industrial Park and Huntsville International Spaceport, and four contract operations including Foreign Trade Zone No. 83, a fixed base operator, the Four Points by Sheraton hotel and Sunset Landing Golf Course. The Port of Huntsville is governed by an Airport Authority with a five-member Board of Directors. Notable features at HSV include two parallel runways at 10,000 feet and 12,600 feet with a 5,000-foot separation allowing for simultaneous operations during instrument conditions. Learn more at flyhuntsville.com