Shift runway

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Southwestern Region awarded The Texas A&M University System $1,072,966.32 on July 10, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to conduct a combined environmental assessment for the relocation of runway 17/35 at College Station Regional Airport. The project will shift the existing paved runway approximately 3,000 feet to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This award funds Phase 1, which encompasses the environmental assessment for both the runway shift and the relocated air traffic control tower. Performance occurs in College Station, Texas, with a completion date of July 9, 2030. The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors in developing infrastructure that meets civil aeronautics needs while supporting long-term economic benefits and environmental protection.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project shifts existing paved runway 17/35 by approximately 3,000 feet to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of the combined environmental assessment for the runway shift and relocated atct. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with college station, texas.