New York Governor Kathy Hochul unveils video tour of a reimagined Greater Binghamton Airport, funded by $32 million state investment. Construction underway to modernize terminal, create jobs, and enhance facilities. Project supported by federal funding and expected completion by spring 2025, transforming the airport into a 21st-century hub.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Sept. 9 unveiled a new fly-through video rendering that offers viewers their first glimpse of a reimagined Greater Binghamton Airport, now under construction.
First announced by Hochul last November, the project is being funded with $32 million from her Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition.
"Our upstate airports are essential gateways to their local communities, and we are doing all we can to ensure they provide an easy and enjoyable welcome for residents and visitors alike," Hochul said in a statement. "This new video rendering shows the dramatic transformation that is taking place at the Greater Binghamton Airport. Passengers now have the ability to see the upgrades that will make this airport the ideal welcome to all those traveling to New York's Southern Tier for everything it has to offer."
The Binghamton facility in Broome County was one of nine upstate airports awarded a total of $230 million in the latest round of New York's Upstate Airport competition funding, first announced by Hochul in 2022. The awards are intended to promote, revitalize, and accelerate investments in upstate commercial passenger service airports, helping to create aviation facilities for the 21st century.
Built in 1945, the Greater Binghamton Airport handles more than 38,000 enplanements each year and is serviced by several commercial air carriers, including Delta Airlines. Although the facility is a vital travel hub for prominent local employers, the main terminal has not been renovated in more than two decades and its features have become outdated.
As a result of the new state money Binghamton's airport has received, major work is currently under way to improve both its interior and exterior, including:
- Redevelopment of the Airport Road approach;
- Construction of a new canopy and entry portals;
- Reconfiguration of the ticketing lobby and outbound baggage area;
- Renovation of the departures lobby and lounge;
- Upgrades to the baggage claim area and relocation of rental car counters;
- New parking revenue control systems; and
- Installation of geothermal wells.
The revitalization of the Greater Binghamton Airport has an estimated total cost of $53.9 million and benefited from $14.8 million in federal funding that was made available through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) Airport Terminal Project. The modernization effort also is expected to create more than 600 jobs and be completed by the spring of 2025.
Video Depicts Airport's ‘Eye-Opening' New Look
After viewing the video rendering of the improvements to the airport, Broome County Executive Jason Garnar said, "These major upgrades at the Greater Binghamton Airport are creating a modern, world-class gateway that will welcome visitors into Broome County for years to come.
"The new video rendering offers an eye-opening glimpse into the incredible transformation under way," he said. "Thank you to Gov. Hochul for her continued support and commitment in making this transformation possible, ensuring Broome County remains a vital hub for economic growth."
Administered by the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), the Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition was open to upstate commercial passenger service airports and airports providing specialized service for commercial aircraft.
Applicants were encouraged to apply for funding for a single project or a program of projects to help meet the demands of the 21st Century. Projects submitted for review by eligible airports were evaluated based on established criteria, NYSDOT noted on its website, including – but not limited to – innovation in design; passenger amenities and experience; operational efficiencies; and economic effectiveness for the airport's region.
"The Greater Binghamton Airport is a key resource for economic and community development in our region," said New York State Sen. Lea Webb, D-52nd District. "The construction projects at the airport will enhance our region's infrastructure, making travel more efficient, accessible and [will] support more services which boost our local economy. These planned upgrades ensure that our airport is poised to meet the future needs of residents, visitors and businesses in the region."
New York Assemblymember Donna Lupardo added, "I'd like to thank Governor Hochul for providing this visual tour of what's to come at the Greater Binghamton Airport. Construction has been under way since November, transforming our airport into a modern gateway designed to attract new carriers and passengers. We are very much looking forward to its completion next year."
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