Construct taxiway

On August 15, 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Great Lakes Region, awarded $172,000 to Vinton County Commissioners for Phase 1 design services related to taxiway infrastructure improvements at McArthur Airport in McArthur, Ohio. Under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), this grant funds the planning and design phase for construction of a new 267-foot-long by 25-foot-wide taxiway turnaround at Runway End 27, which will bring the airport into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards. The project completion date is August 14, 2029.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA, supports the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide through federal grants for eligible projects including taxiway improvements, runway rehabilitation, and airport safety enhancements. This award represents Phase 1 of the taxiway turnaround project and is restricted to design deliverables, with subsequent phases anticipated to advance to construction upon successful completion of the design phase. The grant will benefit the local aviation community served by the McArthur Airport facility.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 267 foot long by 25 foot wide taxiway turnaround at runway end 27 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 mcarthur, ohio.