Rehabilitate runway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Eastern Region awarded a $30.19 million Project Grant on September 18, 2025, to the City of Philadelphia, Department of Aviation for runway rehabilitation at Philadelphia International Airport under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106). Phase 2 of this project funds critical pavement and infrastructure work on 10,000 feet of Runway 9R/27L, including final asphalt pavement placement, paved shoulder adjustment, in-pavement lighting modifications, drainage improvements, and pavement markings. These activities are designed to maintain the runway's structural integrity, minimize foreign object debris, and extend its operational useful life.

The grant, with an ultimate completion date of September 17, 2029, represents a significant federal investment in modernizing Philadelphia International Airport's airfield infrastructure. The project delivery supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence while contributing to the broader nationwide system of public-use airports. As a civilian airport serving approximately 30 million passengers annually, Philadelphia International Airport functions as a critical transportation hub for the greater Philadelphia metropolitan area and supports regional economic development through enhanced airport infrastructure resilience.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates 10,000 feet of existing paved runway 9R/27L to maintain the structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris to extend its useful life. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of the final lift of asphalt pavement placement, paved shoulder adjustment, in-pavement lighting modifications, drainage improvements, and pavement markings. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with philadelphia, pennsylvania.