Rehabilitate taxiway

The Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Southwestern Region awarded $2,272,631.58 to the Lakefront Management Authority under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to rehabilitate existing airport infrastructure in New Orleans, Louisiana. This project grant, awarded on September 18, 2025, with a completion date of September 17, 2029, funds the final phase of Taxiway B rehabilitation, consisting of 2,893 feet of pavement work. The rehabilitation work maintains structural integrity of the existing paved taxiway and minimizes foreign object debris to extend the facility's useful life, as part of a comprehensive 6,601-foot taxiway improvement initiative.

The grant represents federal investment in airport infrastructure modernization under the FAA's Airport Improvement Program, which supports the development and maintenance of public-use airport facilities nationwide. Through this project grant, the Lakefront Management Authority will execute pavement rehabilitation activities that contribute to operational safety and efficiency at New Orleans airports while addressing critical infrastructure maintenance needs.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates 6,601 feet of existing paved taxiway b to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and to minimize foreign object debris to extend its useful life. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of rehabilitation of 2,893 feet. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with new orleans, louisiana.