Construct taxiway; expand apron

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded West Carroll Kelly Airport Authority a Project Grant of $121,164.21 on September 17, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to support critical infrastructure improvements at West Carroll Kelly Airport in Oak Grove, Louisiana. This grant funds a portion of a larger airport modernization project and will enable the construction of a new 200-foot taxiway connector designed to bring the airport into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards. Additionally, the project includes expansion of the existing primary apron by 5,500 square yards to accommodate increased aircraft operations and improve overall airport capacity.

The grant is part of a coordinated funding strategy in which an additional Airport Improvement Program grant funds the remaining eligible project costs. Work on this project is scheduled to be completed by September 16, 2029. As a civilian airport authority serving the Oak Grove region, West Carroll Kelly Airport Authority will utilize this federal funding to enhance regional transportation infrastructure, operational safety, and economic sustainability through modernized airport facilities that meet current aviation standards.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 200 foot taxiway connector to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project expands the existing primary apron an additional 5,500 square yards to accommodate more aircraft operations. This grant funds a portion of the project. This grant is associated with an airport improvement program grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with OAK grove, louisiana.