Install runway visual guidance system

The City of Corning received a $313,785.26 project grant awarded on September 10, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), administered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Western Pacific Region. The grant funds the installation of a Runway End Identifier Lights (REIL) system for Runway 17/35 at Corning Municipal Airport, with specific focus on threshold lighting installation for Runway 35. This infrastructure improvement project is designed to bring the airport into conformity with current FAA safety and operational standards.

The project, scheduled for completion by September 9, 2029, will deliver enhanced runway visual guidance capabilities to support safe aircraft operations during low-visibility conditions. This funding represents part of the FAA's broader Airport Improvement Program, which supports the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide to maintain a comprehensive system of public-use airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs. The four-year project timeline accommodates design, procurement, installation, and closeout activities for this critical airport safety enhancement.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project installs runway end identifier lights system for runway 17/35, at the threshold for runway 35 to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with corning, california.