The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded a $5,454,616.67 Project Grant under the Airport Improvement Program, COVID-19 Airports Programs, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs (CFDA 20.106) to the Allegheny County Airport Authority, operators of the Pittsburgh International Airport. This grant will fund the fourth phase of a project to construct, extend, and improve the runway 10/28 safety area at the airport, enhancing the overall level of safety for airport operations. The grant will cover final design, constructability review, natural gas line relocation, and the installation of 1,650 square yards of engineered materials arresting system (EMAS). This project supports the FAA's strategic goals of safety, people, global leadership, and operational excellence. The grant was awarded on September 13, 2023, with a targeted ultimate completion date of September 12, 2027.
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