Construct perimeter fencing

The City of Lordsburg received a $467,368.42 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Southwestern Region under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 2, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of September 1, 2029. This grant funds the construction of 18,253 linear feet of perimeter fencing at Lordsburg airport to bring the facility into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards. The perimeter fencing is not required under 49 CFR 1542 but represents necessary infrastructure improvements for airport safety and security compliance.

This grant represents a portion of the final construction phase, with an associated Airport Improvement Program grant funding the remaining eligible portion of the phase. The project directly benefits the Lordsburg, New Mexico airport and surrounding community by enhancing airport infrastructure and operational capability. As part of the broader Federal Aviation Administration strategic objectives to support safety and operational excellence, this funding contributes to the nationwide system of public-use airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs and support long-term economic benefits through transportation infrastructure investment.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs 18,253 feet of perimeter fencing not required by 49 CFR 1542 to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds a portion of the final phase, which consists of construction. This grant is associated with an airport improvement program grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the phase. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with lordsburg, new mexico.