Extend/expand taxiway

Federal Grant Award Summary

The City of Cleveland, operating through its Port Control division, received a $1.59 million Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Great Lakes Region under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 14, 2025. This award funds the final construction phase of a taxiway extension project at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. The project extends existing Taxiway V by 630 feet in length and 35 feet in width to accommodate increased aircraft operations and enhance airport capacity.

The grant will support critical airport infrastructure improvements designed to strengthen operational efficiency and safety at the Cleveland airport system. Work is scheduled for completion by August 13, 2029. This project aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence while contributing to the development of a nationwide system of public-use airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs. The City of Cleveland has received substantial federal investment through the Airport Improvement Program in recent years, totaling approximately $52 million between 2021-2025 for various infrastructure enhancement initiatives.

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 the final phase, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with cleveland, ohio.