Reconstruct taxiway; rehabilitate runway

The Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded a $18,843,380.07 Project Grant under the Airport Improvement Program, COVID-19 Airports Programs, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs (CFDA 20.106) to the Ontario International Airport Authority. This grant will fund the reconstruction of 668 feet of the existing Taxiway S8 pavement and the rehabilitation of 10,200 feet of the existing Runway 8R/26L pavement at Ontario International Airport in Ontario, California. The project aims to maintain the structural integrity of the airport's pavement infrastructure and minimize foreign object debris, supporting the FAA's strategic goals of safety, operational excellence, and global leadership. The grant was awarded on March 8, 2024 with a planned completion date of March 7, 2028.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 668 feet of the existing taxiway S8 pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This project rehabilitates 10,200 feet of the existing runway 8R/26L pavement to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and to minimize foreign object debris. This project funds the final phase, which consists of reconstruction of 668 feet. This project funds the final phase, which consists of rehabilitation of 4,900 feet. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with ontario, california.