Rehabilitate runway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $191,260 to the Native Village of Kwinhagak on August 22, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to support runway rehabilitation at Quinhagak Airport in Alaska. The grant funds Phase 1 of the project, which consists of preparing an environmental assessment for the rehabilitation of 4,000 feet of existing gravel Runway 12/30. This assessment is a critical preliminary activity required before construction can proceed on the broader runway rehabilitation initiative.

The ultimate objective of this multi-phase project is to maintain the structural integrity of the runway and minimize foreign object debris, thereby extending the useful life of the airport infrastructure. The grant award carries an ultimate completion date of August 21, 2029, providing a four-year performance period to complete the environmental assessment and subsequent phases. The project will directly benefit the Quinhagak airport and the local tribal community, enhancing aviation infrastructure in this remote Alaska region.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates 4,000 feet of existing gravel runway 12/30 to maintain the structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris to extend its useful life. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of preparing an environmental assessment. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with quinhagak, alaska.