Seal runway pavement surface/pavement joints

The City of Slidell received a $350,000 Project Grant awarded on September 19, 2025, under the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to seal and rehabilitate runway pavement infrastructure. The project encompasses the resealing of 5,002 linear feet of existing Runway 18/36 pavement at Slidell Airport, a non-primary civilian airport located in Slidell, Louisiana. This award funds the final construction phase of the initiative, which is designed to extend the useful life of the runway pavement surface and joints through professional maintenance and restoration work.

The grant period extends through September 18, 2029, providing sufficient time for project completion and closeout activities. The Airport Improvement Program, which supports nationwide airport infrastructure development and modernization, funds eligible projects including runway rehabilitation, pavement work, and safety enhancements at public-use airports included in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems. As the awardee and project sponsor, the City of Slidell will be responsible for project execution, compliance with FAA reporting requirements, and maintenance of required airport records and documentation throughout the grant agreement period.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reseals 5,002 feet of existing runway 18/36 pavement at a non-primary airport to extend its useful life. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with slidell, louisiana.