Construct taxiway; construct apron

On July 28, 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Great Lakes Region awarded Columbus Regional Airport Authority a Project Grant totaling $11,196,570.67 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106). This grant funds the final construction phases of critical airfield infrastructure improvements at John Glenn Columbus International Airport, specifically the completion of 1,475 linear feet of Taxiway C and 24,549 square yards of terminal apron pavement. These infrastructure investments are components of a larger multi-phase project that will ultimately deliver a new 128,096 square-yard terminal apron and a complete 4,375-foot taxiway to enhance aircraft operational capacity and passenger accommodations at the Columbus airport facility.

The project is scheduled for completion by July 27, 2029, and will provide essential federal funding to support regional transportation infrastructure modernization consistent with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence. The funded work directly benefits the Columbus, Ohio metropolitan area by expanding critical airport infrastructure necessary to accommodate increased passenger volumes and aircraft operations.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 128,096 square yard terminal apron to accommodate more passengers and aircraft. This project constructs a new 4,375-foot taxiway C to accommodate more passengers. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of construction of 1,475 feet. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of construction of 24,549 square yards. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with columbus, ohio.