Extend/expand taxilane; expand apron

Columbia Marion County Airport received a $1.21 million Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on July 8, 2025, for infrastructure expansion and modernization projects. The award funds a portion of the final construction phase of two complementary airport infrastructure initiatives: (1) expansion of the existing terminal apron by 15,000 square yards to accommodate additional based aircraft and a broader fleet mix, and (2) extension of the existing apron taxilane by 140 feet in length and 40 feet in width to provide airfield access to a non-exclusive hangar development area. These improvements are designed to bring the airport into conformity with current aviation standards while supporting regional transportation infrastructure needs.

This grant is part of a larger project funded through an associated Airport Infrastructure Grant, with the FAA grant obligating funds through the ultimate completion date of July 7, 2029. The funding supports Columbia Marion County Airport's strategic approach to modernizing airport facilities and ensuring compliance with current Federal Aviation Administration standards while enhancing operational functionality for the Columbia, Mississippi region.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands the existing terminal apron an additional 15,000 square yards to accommodate more based aircraft and allow access to a broader fleet mix. This project extends the existing apron taxilane an additional 140 feet in length and 40 feet in width to provide airfield access to a non-exclusive hangar development area to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds a portion of the final phase, which consists of construction. This grant funds a portion of the total project. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with columbia, mississippi.