Reconstruct runway visual guidance system

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded County Of Prentiss a Project Grant of $150,550.53 on July 28, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to reconstruct precision approach path indicator (PAPI) systems for Runway 15/33 at Booneville-Baldwyn Airport in Mississippi. The project will replace PAPI systems at both runway thresholds that have reached the end of their operational life, with work to be completed by July 27, 2029.

This infrastructure modernization project falls within the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by upgrading critical visual guidance systems that support precision approaches and safe landing operations. The grant funding supports airport infrastructure investment consistent with the FAA's mission to maintain a comprehensive nationwide system of public-use airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs. County Of Prentiss, the recipient local government entity, has a demonstrated history of successfully executing FAA Airport Improvement Program awards focused on runway lighting reconstruction and airport facility upgrades in Booneville, Mississippi.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs precision approach path indicator systems for runway 15/33 at both runway thresholds that have reached the end of their useful lives. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with booneville, mississippi.