Extend/expand taxiway

This federal formula grant award, issued on August 27, 2025, provides $10.458 million in funding to the City and County of Denver, through its Denver International Airport Division, under the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106). The grant funds the extension of existing Taxiway CN by 700 feet to bring Denver International Airport into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards. The project is expected to be completed by August 26, 2029, and represents part of the broader Airport Improvement Program, which supports airport infrastructure development and modernization nationwide.

The taxiway extension project directly supports the Federal Aviation Administration's strategic objectives of safety, operational excellence, and long-term economic benefits by improving airfield infrastructure at a major transportation hub. As a formula grant recipient, Denver International Airport joins other eligible public-use airports in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems in receiving federal funding for critical infrastructure improvements that enhance operational capacity and safety compliance.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project extends existing taxiway CN by an additional 700 feet in length to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with denver, colorado.