Shift taxiway; airfield safety mitigation measures

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded County Of Oneida a formula grant of $1,598,940 on September 18, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to support airfield safety mitigation measures at airports associated with Rome, New York. The grant funds the final construction phase of a taxiway reconfiguration project located in Utica, NY. Specifically, the project involves the removal of 570 feet of existing Taxiway H and the relocation of Taxiway D by 53 feet to enhance safety operations and reduce hazards at the airport facility. The project is scheduled for completion by September 17, 2029.

This formula grant represents a continuation of the FAA's strategic investment in airport infrastructure modernization and safety enhancement across the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems. The Airport Improvement Program provides federal funding to public-use airport sponsors for infrastructure development projects, with the FAA administering allocations that support civil aeronautics safety and long-term economic benefits. County Of Oneida, as the awardee, is a local government entity with demonstrated experience executing federal airport infrastructure grants, including prior taxiway reconstruction and safety enhancement projects funded through the FAA.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project removes 570 feet of existing taxiway h to enhance safety. This project shifts existing taxiway d by 53 feet to enhance safety. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of construction. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with rome, new york.