Rehabilitate runway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the City of Tuskegee a $2,112,824.21 project grant on September 18, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106). The grant funds the rehabilitation of 5,000 feet of existing paved Runway 13/31 at Tuskegee Airport to maintain structural integrity, minimize foreign object debris, and extend the runway's useful life. The project is scheduled for completion by September 17, 2029.

This infrastructure investment supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by ensuring adequate airport facilities to meet civil aeronautics needs. The rehabilitation project represents a significant capital improvement to regional aviation infrastructure, enabling continued safe operations at the airport facility while extending the service life of critical runway assets through preventative maintenance and modernization activities.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates 5,000 feet of existing paved runway 13/31 to maintain the structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris to extend its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with tuskegee, alabama.