Install runway visual guidance system

County of Halifax received a $271,323.16 project grant award on September 2, 2025, from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to install runway visual guidance systems at Halifax Regional Airport in South Boston, Virginia. The grant funds the final construction phase of a project that will install Runway End Identifier Lights (REIL) and a Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) system for Runway 1/19 at both runway thresholds. Upon completion by September 1, 2029, these installations will bring the airport into conformity with current FAA standards for runway safety and navigation.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA's Office of Airports, supports the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide to maintain a safe and efficient system of public-use airports. This project represents a focused investment in critical runway safety equipment that enhances aircraft approach and landing capabilities at the regional airport serving the Halifax, Virginia area.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project installs runway end identifier lights system and precision approach path indicator system for runway 1/19, at both runway thresholds to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with halifax, virginia.