Shift taxiway; reconstruct apron

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $101,749.47 to Ross County Board of Commissioners on August 5, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to support critical infrastructure improvements at Chillicothe Airport. This Phase 1 design grant will fund comprehensive planning and engineering services for two interconnected airport modernization projects: reconstruction of 16,500 square yards of general aviation apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life, and relocation of the existing South Taxiway A apron connector by 250 feet to achieve compliance with current Federal Aviation Administration standards. The project is expected to reach completion by August 4, 2029.

This award represents targeted federal investment in regional aviation infrastructure maintenance and safety enhancement. By funding the design phase, this grant enables Chillicothe Airport to proceed with detailed engineering and planning necessary to execute the subsequent construction phases of these essential airfield improvements. The project directly supports the FAA's strategic objectives of maintaining safe and efficient airport systems while ensuring adequate infrastructure to meet civil aeronautics needs.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 16,500 square yards of the existing general aviation apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This project shifts existing paved south taxiway a apron connector by 250 feet to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with chillicothe, ohio.