Aviation Pros
Joe Petrie
25 Jan 2026
As Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding reshapes U.S. airports, the next challenge is building a long-term development strategy that lasts after the money runs out.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law unlocked unprecedented investment in airport infrastructure—but that funding window won’t stay open forever. In this Big Picture episode, we examine why airports must shift from grant-driven projects to long-range, flexible development planning that supports resilience, technology adoption, and sustainable growth well beyond the BIL era.







