Extend/expand runway

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration New England Region awarded $1.232 million to the Tweed New Haven Airport Authority on August 17, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to fund Phase 3 noise mitigation measures for eight homes as required under the Finding of No Significant Impact Record of Decision. This work supports the broader runway extension project that adds 1,000 feet to Paved Runway 2/20 to accommodate more passengers and a broader fleet mix.

Performance occurs in East Haven, Connecticut, with a completion date of August 16, 2030. The Airport Authority, a non-profit public airport operator, is the grant recipient and performs the work directly with no sub-recipients. The obligation represents the entire funding for Phase 3 noise mitigation activities associated with the runway extension initiative.

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 3, which consists of noise mitigation measures for 8 homes as required under the finding of no significant impact record of decision. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with new haven, connecticut.