Construct/expand hangar; reconstruct runway visual guidance system

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the City of Winona, Mississippi a Project Grant totaling $149,810.53 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on July 22, 2025, with a completion date of July 21, 2029. This award funds two primary airport infrastructure improvements: construction of a new 3,600-square-foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage to enhance airport revenue generation, and reconstruction of Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) systems at both ends of Runway 03/21, which have reached the end of their useful life. The PAPI reconstruction addresses critical navigational guidance infrastructure necessary for safe precision approaches.

This grant is coordinated with an associated Airport Infrastructure Grant that funds the remaining eligible project components. The funding supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by modernizing essential airport infrastructure at Winona's municipal facility, enabling the airport to achieve greater financial self-sufficiency while maintaining compliance with the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems standards.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 3,600 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. The sponsor has adequately financed the airside needs of the airport. This project reconstructs precision approach path indicator systems for existing runway 03/21, at both ends, that have reached the end of their useful life. 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 winona, mississippi.