Construct taxilane

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Coastal Carolina Regional Airport in New Bern, North Carolina a Project Grant of $1,913,997.89 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on July 21, 2025. The grant funds the construction of a new 830-foot taxilane to provide airfield access to a non-exclusive hangar development area. This infrastructure improvement is designed to bring the airport into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards and support regional aviation services and economic development.

The project is scheduled for completion by July 20, 2029, allowing adequate time for design, permitting, construction, and closeout activities. As a local government-owned airport authority, Coastal Carolina Regional Airport will be responsible for project execution, compliance with federal requirements, and submission of periodic status reports documenting the number of projects bid, contracts awarded, work commenced, and work completed under the grant agreement.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 830 foot taxilane to provide airfield access to a non-exclusive hangar development area to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with new bern, north carolina.