Reconstruct runway lighting; install taxiway lighting

The Federal Aviation Administration awarded a $600,000 Project Grant to the City of Alexander City, Alabama through the Airport Improvement Program, COVID-19 Airports Programs, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs (CFDA 20.106). The grant will fund reconstruction of the runway 18/36 lighting system at Alexander City airports and installation of a new parallel taxiway lighting system. Both projects are intended to enhance safety during low visibility conditions and bring the airport's lighting infrastructure up to current Federal Aviation Administration standards. The grant period runs from July 2022 through July 2026 and provides 100% federal funding for the airport improvement projects in Alexander City.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project installs a new north parallel taxiway lighting system to enhance safe airfield operations during low visibility conditions. . This project reconstructs the existing runway 18/36 lighting system that has reached the end of its useful life and requires reconstruction to meet federal aviation administration standards. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with alexander city, alabama.