Extend/expand runway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), through its Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), awarded a $430,485.56 project grant to the Tweed New Haven Airport Authority on August 22, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of August 21, 2029. This award provides reimbursement funding for Phase 2 of a runway extension project, specifically covering the costs associated with environmental assessment activities completed in December 2023. The project supports the expansion of the existing paved Runway 2/20 by an additional 1,000 feet to accommodate increased passenger traffic and enable access for a broader range of aircraft types at the airport facility located in East Haven, Connecticut.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA's New England Region, supports the development and modernization of public-use airport infrastructure nationwide to ensure a comprehensive system meeting civil aeronautics needs. This particular award exemplifies the program's investment in regional airport infrastructure enhancements that provide long-term economic and operational benefits to local communities. The Tweed New Haven Airport Authority, a non-profit organization, will utilize these federal funds to advance critical aviation infrastructure improvements that enhance service capacity and operational flexibility for the New Haven area.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project extends the existing paved runway 2/20 an additional 1,000 feet in length to accommodate more passengers and allow access for a broader fleet mix. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of reimbursement for cost associated with the environmental assessment. This grant funds the reimbursement for this phase completed in december 2023. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with new haven, connecticut.