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Wilmington Airport Gets Major Upgrade | Wilmington News

Wilmington International Airport is set to soar with a $6.3 million federal boost, part of a $615 million national push to upgrade airports across 42 states and 2 territories—making travel safer and smoother for all. With passenger traffic exploding from 200K in 1989 to 1.8 million last year, the airport’s runway upgrades are urgently needed. Already investing $243M by 2031—with $55M already spent since 2022—the airport’s next big moves include a 70K sq ft curb extension opening March 2027 and major roadway work starting November 2027. By 2033, a second parking garage could add 1,500 spaces…

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