Reconstruct runway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), through the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106), awarded $4.85M to the City of Fresno's Airports Department on September 25, 2025, for runway reconstruction at Fresno Yosemite International Airport. This Project Grant funds Phase 1 design and construction activities for 1,866 feet of a planned 9,539-foot reconstruction of Runway 11L/29R, which has reached the end of its serviceable life. The project completion date is September 24, 2029.

This grant represents one component of a larger, multi-funded runway modernization initiative at the airport. The City of Fresno is coordinating this award with an additional Airport Infrastructure Grant and two Airport Improvement Program grants to fund the remaining eligible portions of the comprehensive runway reconstruction project. Upon completion, the reconstructed runway will enhance airport safety, operational efficiency, and infrastructure integrity for civil aviation operations serving the Fresno region.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 9,539 feet of existing paved runway 11L/29R that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds a portion of phase 1, which consists of design and construction of 1,866 feet. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant and two airport improvement program grants that fund the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with fresno, california.