Extend/expand taxiway

The City of Cleveland, operating through its Port Control division, received a $1,849,824 Project Grant awarded on August 21, 2025, by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Great Lakes Region under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106). This grant funds Phase 1 (design) of a taxiway expansion project at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport that will extend existing Taxiway V by 630 feet in length and 35 feet in width to accommodate increased aircraft operations.

The funded activities consist of engineering design and planning services necessary to support the subsequent construction phases of the taxiway extension project. With an ultimate completion date of August 20, 2029, this grant represents the FAA's investment in modernizing Cleveland's airport infrastructure to enhance operational efficiency and safety. The project aligns with the Airport Improvement Program's strategic objectives of supporting airport development and modernization through federal investment in critical transportation infrastructure.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project extends existing taxiway v by an additional 630 feet in length and 35 feet in width to accommodate more aircraft operations. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with cleveland, ohio.