Senator Collins Participates in Groundbreaking for New Terminal at Presque Isle International Airport

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Presque Isle, ME — U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today participated in the groundbreaking for a new passenger terminal at Presque Isle International Airport (PQI). Senator Collins secured $20,462,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending in Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriations legislation for the new terminal construction. She was joined at the groundbreaking by Airport Director Scott Wardwell, Presque Isle Interim City Manager Sonja Eyler, Aroostook County Administrator Ryan Pelletier, and other elected leaders of local, county, and state government.

“Presque Isle International Airport is a vital hub for Aroostook County, connecting Northern Maine to the rest of the country and supporting economic development throughout the region,” said Senator Collins. “This new terminal will replace a facility that has served the community for 70 years and will improve the passenger experience, ensure compliance with federal safety standards, and support future growth for generations to come.”

The new passenger terminal will fully replace the airport’s outdated 1954 existing terminal, incorporate modern features, be fully ADA compliant to ensure accessibility for all passengers, and meet updated Federal Aviation Administration design standards. Senator Collins toured PQI in June 2023 to learn more about the need for the new terminal.

Through her role on the Appropriations Committee, Senator Collins has secured more than $1 billion in Congressionally Directed Spending for more than 500 projects throughout the state, and continues to advocate for investments that strengthen rural infrastructure and support Maine communities.

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