Construct taxiway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the City of Sturgis, South Dakota a $3.24 million project grant on September 18, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to construct a parallel taxiway at Sturgis Regional Airport. This award funds Phase 1 of a larger 4,300-foot taxiway project, with the current phase constructing 3,169 linear feet of taxiway infrastructure. The project is designed to bring the airport into compliance with current Federal Aviation Administration standards and is scheduled for completion by September 17, 2029.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA, supports the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide through traditional Airport Improvement Program funding, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act appropriations, and COVID-19 relief grants. This taxiway construction project exemplifies the program's focus on safety and operational excellence by enhancing airport infrastructure to support civil aeronautics and long-term economic benefits to the community.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs new 4,300 foot parallel taxiway to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 1, which constructs 3,169 feet of taxiway. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with sturgis, south dakota.