Rehabilitate runway lighting

The City of Prescott, through its Airport Division operating Prescott Airport-Ernest A Love Field, received a formula grant award of $901,148.42 from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on July 23, 2025. The grant funds the rehabilitation of existing Runway 12/30 lighting systems to extend the infrastructure's useful life and maintain safe airport operations. The project will be completed by July 22, 2029, and benefits the airport and the Prescott, Arizona community it serves.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA, supports the modernization and maintenance of airport infrastructure nationwide through multiple funding mechanisms, including traditional AIP (Airport Improvement Program) funding, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) appropriations, and legacy COVID-19 relief grants. Runway lighting rehabilitation aligns with the program's strategic objectives to enhance airport safety and operational excellence. As a formula grant, the award provides direct federal funding to support critical infrastructure improvements at this civilian public-use airport included in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates existing runway 12/30 lighting to extend its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with prescott, arizona.