Rehabilitate runway

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Central Region awarded the City of Chanute $2,325,786.32 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) on July 29, 2026, to rehabilitate 4,000 feet of existing paved Runway 18/36 at Chanute Airport. The project maintains structural integrity and minimizes foreign object debris to extend runway useful life. The award obligates $2,325,786.32 and represents a portion of the total project; an associated Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act grant funds the remaining eligible portion. Performance occurs at Chanute, KS 66720, with an ultimate completion date of July 26, 2030. The grant is a Project Grant, an assistance type under the Airport Improvement Program, which assists public-use airport sponsors in developing infrastructure adequate to meet civil aviation needs and support long-term economic benefits.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates 4,000 feet of existing paved runway 18/36 to maintain the structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris to extend its useful life. This grant funds a portion of the total project. This grant is associated with infrastructure investment and jobs act grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of this project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with chanute, kansas.