Reconstruct taxilane; reconstruct taxiway

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Southern Region awarded County of Okaloosa $8,515,905.26 on August 11, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to reconstruct taxilane and taxiway pavement at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.

The grant funds Phase 2 construction of a two-part reconstruction project: 1,600 feet of existing T-hanger taxilane pavement and 5,300 feet of existing paved Taxiway A pavement that have reached the end of their useful life. This award covers 990 feet of the taxiway reconstruction work. The project will serve airports associated with Destin, Florida.

Performance occurs at Eglin AFB, FL 32542, with an ultimate completion date of August 10, 2030. The assistance type is a Project Grant. County of Okaloosa, through its Office of Contracts and Grants, serves as the recipient and administers the award as a local government entity. The Airport Improvement Program supports investment in airport infrastructure that advances civil aeronautics and long-term economic benefits nationwide.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 1,600 feet of existing T-hanger taxilane pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This project reconstructs 5,300 feet of existing paved taxiway a pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of 990 feet. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with destin, florida.