Reseal/resurface runway; reseal/resurface taxiway; reconstruct airport rotating beacon; reseal/resurface apron

The City of Poplar, Montana received a $281,063.16 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 6, 2025, with a completion deadline of August 5, 2029. This infrastructure investment award supports critical maintenance and modernization of the Poplar Airport's airfield infrastructure to extend the operational lifespan of deteriorating facilities.

The grant funds four primary airport infrastructure projects: replacement of one airport rotating beacon that has reached the end of its useful life; resealing of 10,359 square yards of apron pavement; resealing of 2,602 linear feet of taxiway pavement; and resealing of 4,400 linear feet of Runway 9/27 pavement. These pavement rehabilitation and equipment replacement activities are designed to extend the useful life of existing infrastructure at this nonprimary airport facility. The grant provides federal funding support for airport infrastructure improvements that align with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence while supporting rural Montana aviation infrastructure needs.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project replaces 1 existing airport rotating beacon that has reached the end of its useful life. This project reseals 10,359 square yards of existing apron pavement at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. This project reseals 2,602 feet of existing taxiway pavement at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. This project reseals 4,400 feet of existing runway 9/27 pavement at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with poplar, montana.