Reconstruct taxiway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Southern Region, awarded Charlotte County Airport Authority a $9.9 million Project Grant on July 28, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to reconstruct 4,300 linear feet of Taxiway A at Punta Gorda Airport in Florida. The taxiway pavement has reached the end of its useful life and requires full reconstruction to maintain safe and efficient airport operations. The project is scheduled for completion by July 27, 2029, and will be performed at the Punta Gorda Airport facility.

This grant supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by funding critical airport infrastructure rehabilitation. As a Department of Transportation (DOT)-certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Charlotte County Airport Authority has demonstrated substantial experience managing major infrastructure projects funded through the Airport Improvement Program, including previous taxiway improvements totaling approximately $26 million and terminal expansions exceeding $21 million at the facility.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 4,300 feet of the existing paved taxiway a pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with punta gorda, florida.