Construct/extend safety area

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Western Pacific Region awarded Sonoma County Airport a formula grant totaling $605,035.79 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 22, 2025. This grant funds Phase 2 of a runway safety area construction project for Runway 14/32 at both runway ends, with an ultimate completion date of September 21, 2029. The grant provides federal funding to enhance airport safety infrastructure at this Santa Rosa, California regional transportation facility.

Phase 2 of the project encompasses monitoring, reporting, and maintenance activities required to meet project mitigation requirements. These post-construction deliverables ensure ongoing compliance and performance of the runway safety area enhancements. The grant supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence while maintaining the nation's system of public-use airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs. Sonoma County Airport, a local government-owned facility registered in SAM.gov since 2009, has received consistent federal funding through the Airport Improvement Program for multiple critical infrastructure modernization and safety enhancement projects.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs runway 14/32 safety area at both runway ends to enhance safety. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of monitoring, reporting, and maintenance per mitigation requirements. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with santa rosa, california.