Reconstruct runway visual guidance system

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the Michigan Department of Transportation a Project Grant totaling $340,173.68 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to reconstruct a runway visual guidance system at nonprimary airports within Michigan. Awarded on July 23, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of July 22, 2029, this grant is administered as a state block grant program that enables MDOT to distribute federal funding to eligible airports throughout the state.

Under this four-year project period, MDOT will serve as the administering entity for Airport Improvement Program sub-awards directed toward nonprimary airports in Michigan. The funding supports critical infrastructure improvements necessary to maintain a safe and efficient airport system aligned with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence. The grant enables investment in airport infrastructure development and modernization while supporting Michigan's comprehensive system of public-use airports included in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project awards a state block grant program grant to the state of michigan to administer airport improvement program sub-awards for nonprimary airports within the state. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports in the michigan state block grant program.