Develop new pavement plan/conduct pavement study; update airport master plan

This $1,717,551.11 Project Grant award from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) will fund two key activities for the Wichita Airport Authority in Wichita, Kansas:

1. Developing a new pavement management plan for the airport system. This will include conducting a comprehensive pavement study to assess the condition of runways, taxiways, and other paved surfaces, and using this data to create an optimized pavement maintenance and rehabilitation plan.

2. Updating the existing airport master plan with a revised airport layout plan and master plan narrative, as well as an updated solid waste recycling plan. These planning activities will help the Wichita Airport Authority strategically improve airport infrastructure and operations to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

The award is effective from August 2, 2024 through the ultimate completion date of August 1, 2028. This grant supports the FAA's strategic goals around aviation safety, operational excellence, and infrastructure modernization by funding critical planning and development initiatives for the regional Wichita airport system.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project develops a new pavement management plan. This project updates existing airport layout plan with master plan narrative and includes an updated solid waste recycling plan. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with wichita, kansas.