OC's John Wayne Airport gets $4 million grant to make upgrades

John Wayne Airport in Orange County has received a $4 million grant to update airfield signs, navigation aids and runway lighting.

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Sunday, July 5, 2020
John Wayne Airport gets $4M grant for upgrades
John Wayne Airport in Orange County has received a $4 million grant to update airfield signs, navigation aids and runway lighting.

Orange County's John Wayne Airport can expect some new upgrades.

The airport has just received a $4 million grant to update airfield signs, navigation aids and runway lighting.

The money is part of an $800 million package for safety and infrastructure.

It comes after the airport received $45 million in government aid to help avoid layoffs due to the pandemic.