Install perimeter fencing not required by 49 CFR 1542; shift or reconfigure existing taxiway; expand apron; obstruction marking/lighting/removal [non-hazard].

This Formula Grant award from the Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration provides $767,224.44 to fund airport improvement projects at Tacoma International Airport in Pierce County, Washington. The funding is provided through the Airport Improvement Program, COVID-19 Airports Programs, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs (CFDA 20.106) to support airport safety, capacity, security and environmental projects.

Specifically, the grant will fund the design phase of projects to expand the existing south general aviation apron by 11,500 square yards; install 1,500 feet of wildlife fencing; remove 811 non-hazardous tree obstructions; and shift taxiway A to meet federal design standards. These projects aim to accommodate increased general aviation facility use, enhance safe airfield operations through wildlife hazard mitigation, and ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Administration standards. The period of performance for the grant is July 25, 2022 through July 24, 2026.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands the existing south general aviation apron an additional 11,500 square yards to accommodate increased use of the general aviation facilities. This project installs 1,500 feet of wildlife fencing to enhance safe airfield operations by mitigating wildlife hazards. This project is in a federal aviation administration approved wildlife hazard assessment. . This project removes 811 non-hazard tree obstructions to meet federal aviation administration standards. . This project shifts taxiway a from its current airfield location east to meet federal aviation administration design standards. . This grant funds the design phase. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with tacoma, washington.