June 1, 2026 3:40 a.m.  

The office of Congresswoman Val Hoyle and the Eugene Airport have announced that the airport was successful in being selected for a competitive Federal Aviation Administration Airport Terminal Program grant in FFY26, the final year of the funding opportunity.

A release said the award totals $2 million for the airport’s Baggage Handling System project.

Hoyle said, “Eugene is a world class city, and it deserves world class transportation. This investment is a step towards realizing that goal”. Hoyle said, “Eugene Airport is the 5th largest airport in the pacific northwest, and it is a vital transportation hub, destination and place of employment for more than 1,200 people in the community”. Hoyle said, “Nearly 2 million people rely on the airport yearly for their transportation needs. This grant will go a long way to improving traveler experiences and supporting this area’s anticipated growth”.

The release said the project is part of the airport’s continuous project to improve its facilities to better serve travelers to the area. The award not only marks an important step to realizing the airport’s goals but an acknowledgment by the FAA that the Eugene Airport is a vital and growing hub for the pacific northwest.

Airport Director Cathryn Stephens said, “The FAA Airport Terminal Program award represents a significant investment in the future of the Eugene Airport”. Stephens said,
“The new inline baggage screening facility will modernize a vital component of our terminal operations, enhancing efficiency and creating a seamless experience for passengers while supporting current demand, anticipated growth and the airport’s long-term resiliency”.