Washington, Sept. 28 -- Congressman David Rouzer issued the following press release:

WILMINGTON, NC-Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) applauded a $3 million Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant to expand the aircraft apron at Wilmington International Airport (ILM).

The Airport Improvement Program (AIP) funding will support ILM's apron expansion, the first phase of a broader terminal expansion project that will ultimately add additional gates, improve aircraft parking and maneuvering, and position the airport to accommodate continued passenger and airline growth.

"Southeastern North Carolina relies on Wilmington International Airport to connect our communityand support our growing economy," said Congressman Rouzer. "This investment ...