Shift runway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Carroll County Commissioners Of a $10.0 million Project Grant on September 19, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to support runway infrastructure modernization at the airport serving Westminster, Maryland. Phase 8 of this multi-phase project consists of fee and easement acquisition for 19 parcels of land required to shift the existing paved Runway 16/34 by 250 feet to achieve conformance with current FAA standards. The project, scheduled for completion by September 18, 2029, represents a critical infrastructure investment in regional airport capacity and safety compliance.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA's Eastern Region office, provides federal funding to support the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide. This award demonstrates the program's commitment to enhancing the safety and operational efficiency of public-use airports through comprehensive infrastructure projects, including land acquisition necessary for facility improvements.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project shifts existing paved runway 16/34 by 250 feet to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 8, which consists of reimbursement for fee and easement acquisition of parcels 1-5, 7, 10-13, 13A, 13B, 14-16, 18, 20-23, 50, and 59. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with westminster, maryland.