Construct taxiway; construct apron

The City of Vinita, Oklahoma received a $127,601.05 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 15, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of September 14, 2029. This grant funds Phase 1 design activities for two infrastructure projects at Vinita's airport: construction of a new 3,500-square-yard general aviation apron and a 374-feet partial parallel taxiway. Both projects are intended to bring the airport into conformity with current FAA standards.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA's Office of Airports, supports the development and modernization of public-use airport infrastructure nationwide to meet civil aeronautics needs and deliver long-term economic benefits. This design-phase grant represents the initial component of the broader airport infrastructure improvement initiative, with subsequent construction phases anticipated to follow upon successful completion of design deliverables during the four-year project period.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 3,500 square yard general aviation apron to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project constructs a new 374 feet partial parallel taxiway 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 vinita, oklahoma.