Construct taxiway; reconstruct taxiway; rehabilitate runway

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Northwest Mountain Region awarded $14,375,155.41 to the Port of Portland on August 6, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to construct a new 200-foot connector taxiway A4, reconstruct 200 feet of existing paved connector taxiways A3 and A4, and rehabilitate 9,830 feet of existing paved runway 10L/28R at Portland International Airport. Phase 1 consists of design and construction work. The award funds airport infrastructure improvements to bring the facility into conformity with current standards, remove markings, signage, and lighting from existing connector taxiways, and maintain structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris on the runway to extend its useful life. Performance occurs in Portland, Oregon 97218, with ultimate completion scheduled for August 5, 2030. The grant supports the nationwide system of public-use airports through investment in transportation infrastructure and environmental protection aligned with long-term economic benefits for civil aeronautics.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 200-foot connector taxiway A4 to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project reconstructs 200 feet of existing paved connector taxiways A3 and A4 pavement to remove markings, signage, and lighting. This project rehabilitates 9,830 feet of existing paved north end of runway 10L/28R to maintain the structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris to extend its useful life. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design and construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with portland, oregon.