Reseal/resurface taxiway; reseal/resurface apron

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Northwest Mountain Region awarded Sidney Richland Airport Authority a Project Grant of $317,122.11 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 13, 2025, with a completion deadline of August 12, 2029. This grant funds pavement maintenance and preservation work at a non-primary airport in Sidney, Montana, specifically the resealing and resurfacing of taxiway and apron infrastructure. The project encompasses resealing 14,323 linear feet of existing Taxiway A, B, C, and E (including connectors and pavement joints) and resealing 23,967 square yards of existing apron pavement (A-3A, A-12, and A-13) and joints.

These infrastructure improvements are designed to extend the useful life of critical airfield surfaces and support the airport's operational capacity as a regional transportation hub. The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA, provides federal funding to eligible public-use airports nationwide for development, modernization, and maintenance projects that contribute to a safe and efficient airport system while supporting long-term economic benefits through transportation infrastructure investment.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reseals 14,323 feet of existing taxiway a, B, C & E, with connectors, pavement and joints at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. This project reseals 23,967 square yards of existing a-3A, a-12, and a-13 apron pavement and joints at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with sidney, montana.