Rehabilitate runway lighting; reconstruct runway visual guidance system

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Southern Region awarded $1,099,733.68 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to the South Carolina Technology & Aviation Center for runway infrastructure rehabilitation at Greenville, South Carolina. The grant funds the final construction phase of a multi-year project addressing aging airport lighting and visual guidance systems. Specific deliverables include reconstruction of the Approach Lighting System (ALS) at Runway 05/23's threshold for Runway 05, reconstruction of the Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) systems at both runway thresholds, and rehabilitation of existing Runway 5/23 lighting to extend its operational lifespan. All work is scheduled for completion by September 1, 2029.

This project supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence by modernizing critical airport infrastructure that has reached the end of its useful life. The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA Office of Airports, provides federal funding to public-use airports for infrastructure investments that support civil aeronautics needs and long-term economic benefits. The grant directly benefits airports serving the Greenville region and represents standard AIP investment in runway safety and lighting infrastructure modernization.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs approach lighting system for existing runway 05/23, at the threshold for runway 05, that has reached the end of its useful life. This project reconstructs precision approach path indicator system for runway 05/23, at both runway thresholds, that have reached the end of their useful lives. This project rehabilitates existing runway 5/23 lighting to extend its useful life. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with greenville, south carolina.