Extend/expand taxilane

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Adams County, operating as the Colorado Air & Space Port, a Project Grant of $468,421.05 on September 15, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to extend and expand taxilane infrastructure at the airport facility in Watkins, Colorado. The project extends existing taxilanes R3 and A8B by an additional 1,000 feet in length to provide airfield access to a non-exclusive hangar development area and bring the airport into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards. The project is scheduled for completion by September 14, 2029.

This infrastructure improvement project supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by enhancing airport infrastructure capacity and modernizing facilities to meet current aviation standards. The grant directly benefits regional aviation operations and facilitates future development opportunities at the Colorado Air & Space Port through improved ground infrastructure accessibility.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project extends existing taxilane R3 and A8B an additional 1,000 feet in length to provide airfield access to a non-exclusive hangar development area to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with watkins, colorado.