Conduct aeronautical survey for rnav approach

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Great Lakes Region, awarded $150,000.00 to Morrow County Commissioners under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 13, 2025, for the completion of an aeronautical survey supporting the development of an Area Navigation (RNAV) instrument approach for Runway 10/28. The project will be performed in Cardington, OH, with a completion deadline of August 12, 2029. This aeronautical survey will establish the technical specifications and navigational parameters necessary to implement precision instrument approach procedures at airports associated with Mount Gilead, Ohio, thereby enhancing operational safety and accessibility for general aviation operations.

The deliverable under this grant represents a planning and development phase project typical of Airport Improvement Program funding, which supports nationwide airport infrastructure modernization and safety enhancements. Upon completion, the aeronautical survey will provide the foundational data required for regulatory approval and implementation of the RNAV approach procedure, enabling the airport to accommodate instrument flight operations in low-visibility conditions and improving overall airfield utility for regional transportation infrastructure.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project conducts an aeronautical survey for an area navigation instrument approach for runway 10/28. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with mount gilead, ohio.