Construct taxiway; construct apron; reconstruct apron

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Southwestern Region awarded the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics $385,024.21 on June 15, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to fund Phase 1 design work for taxiway and apron infrastructure at Oklahoma City airports.

The project encompasses design for construction of a new 13,000 square yard terminal apron, construction of a new 4,300 foot parallel taxiway, and reconstruction of 29,854 square yards of existing terminal apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. These improvements bring the airport into conformity with current standards.

The award is classified as a Project Grant. Performance extends through June 14, 2030, with work performed in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors in developing a nationwide system of airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs, with funding directed toward airport infrastructure investments supporting long-term economic benefits.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 13,000 square yard terminal apron to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project constructs new 4,300 foot parallel taxiway a to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project reconstructs 13,000 square yards of the existing terminal apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This project reconstructs 16,854 square yards of the existing terminal apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of the first phase of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with oklahoma city, oklahoma.