Reconstruct runway lighting; obstruction marking\lighting\removal; reconstruct runway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the City of Newton, Kansas a formula grant totaling $3.8 million under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 28, 2025, to reconstruct runway infrastructure at Newton Airport. The project encompasses the reconstruction of 3,501 feet of existing Runway 8/26 that has reached the end of its useful life, including the replacement of runway lighting systems that have similarly deteriorated. Additionally, the grant funds the removal of three utility poles identified by the FAA as obstructions to bring the airport into compliance with current Federal Aviation Regulations and safety standards. The project is scheduled for completion by August 27, 2029.

This grant provides partial federal funding for the total runway reconstruction project, with supplementary funding from a separate Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) grant supporting the remaining eligible project costs. The award supports the FAA's strategic objectives of maintaining a safe and efficient nationwide airport system while supporting long-term economic benefits through critical infrastructure investment at this civilian public-use airport in Newton, Kansas.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 3,501 feet of existing paved runway 8/26 that has reached the end of its useful life. This project reconstructs the existing lighting on runway 8/26 that has reached the end of its useful life. This project removes three utility poles identified as obstructions by the FAA to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds a portion of the total project. This grant funds a portion of the total project. . This project is associated with an infrastructure investment and jobs act grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with newton, kansas.