Update exhibit a airport property inventory map; reconstruct passenger boarding bridges; acquire airfield equipment

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Southern Region awarded $3.214 million to Jacksonville Aviation Authority on June 4, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to acquire vehicle movement area transmitters (VMATs) for enhanced airfield safety, reconstruct two passenger boarding bridges that have reached the end of their useful lives, and update the airport property inventory map.

Work performs at Jacksonville International Airport, Jacksonville, Florida. The award obligates $3,214,904 across a period of performance extending from the award date through June 3, 2030. Jacksonville Aviation Authority, the local government airport authority operating Jacksonville's airport system, is the recipient. The project supports the federal purpose of developing a nationwide system of airports adequate to meet civil aviation needs and investing in airport infrastructure for long-term economic benefit.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires new vehicle movement area transmitters (vmats) to enhance safety. This project reconstructs two existing passenger boarding bridge(s) that have reached the end of their useful lives. This project updates the existing exhibit a airport property inventory map and accompanies a compatible project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with jacksonville, florida.