The $18.3 million tower will be about twice as tall as the airport’s 54-year-old structure. Planning began in 2022, followed by FAA siting approval, design funding and federal construction funding.

The project follows a runway extension and expansion of cargo operations, including a long-term UPS lease. The airport says the new tower is intended to support heavier aircraft and continuing cargo growth.

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