Realign taxiway

The City of Philadelphia's Department of Aviation received an $11.47 million Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Eastern Region under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106) awarded on August 11, 2025. The grant funds the realignment of three existing taxiways—S7, S8, and S9—by 90 degrees at Philadelphia International Airport to enhance operational safety. The project is scheduled for completion by August 10, 2029, with the work being performed at the airport's facility located in Philadelphia, PA 19153.

This infrastructure improvement project aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by addressing critical airfield safety enhancements. The Airport Improvement Program provides federal funding to support the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide, and taxiway realignment projects represent a typical eligible use of such funding aimed at improving airport safety and efficiency for the traveling public and aviation operations.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project realigns existing taxiways S7, S8, and S9 by 90 degrees to enhance safety. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with philadelphia, pennsylvania.