Install runway visual guidance system; install instrument approach aid

The England Economic and Industrial Development District (doing business as England Authority) received a $1,300,697.89 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs, awarded on September 17, 2025. This Phase 1 design project will acquire and install an Instrument Landing System (ILS) for Runway 18 and install an Approach Lighting System for Runway 18/36 at Alexandria Regional Airport in Alexandria, Louisiana. These infrastructure improvements will bring the airport into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards for instrument approach capabilities and visual guidance systems.

The grant-funded activities will enhance airport safety and operational capabilities by establishing precision approach guidance infrastructure required to support instrument-based landing procedures during low-visibility conditions. The project period extends through September 16, 2029, allowing sufficient time for the design phase and subsequent implementation. As a Phase 1 design project, the funding supports preliminary engineering, planning, and technical development necessary to advance toward full system installation and operational readiness in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration standards for public-use airports.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project acquires and installs an instrument landing system for runway 18 to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project installs the approach lighting system for runway 18/36, at the threshold for runway 18 to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with alexandria, louisiana.