Acquire easements/land for approaches

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the City of Gardner, Kansas $586,460 on June 18, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to acquire 0.86 acres of land protecting the approaches to Runway 17/35 at Gardner Municipal Airport. This Phase 1 land acquisition project addresses runway safety standards and is scheduled for completion by June 17, 2029. The acquisition will bring the airport into conformity with current FAA infrastructure standards for runway approach protection areas.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA, supports the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide to enhance safety and operational efficiency. This award represents part of the FAA's broader effort to maintain a comprehensive system of public-use airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs and support long-term economic development. The grant provides federal funding to a municipal airport operator for critical infrastructure improvements that ensure continued compliance with federal aviation safety requirements.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires 0.86 acres of land to protect the approaches to runway 17/35, on the runway 35 end, to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of land acquisition. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with gardner, kansas.