Rehabilitate taxiway; reconstruct runway visual guidance system

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $371,435.79 to the Mingo County Airport Authority on July 15, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to rehabilitate taxiway infrastructure and reconstruct runway visual guidance systems at Mingo County Airport in Williamson, West Virginia. The project, with a completion date of July 14, 2029, will reconstruct Runway End Identifier Lights and Precision Approach Path Indicator Systems for Runway 08/26 at both runway thresholds to replace equipment that has reached the end of its useful life. Additionally, the grant funds the rehabilitation of 3,200 linear feet of existing paved taxiways A, A1, A2, and C to maintain pavement structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris, thereby extending the useful life of the taxiway infrastructure.

These infrastructure improvements are designed to enhance airport safety and operational efficiency while supporting the regional transportation needs of Williamson, West Virginia. The project aligns with FAA strategic goals of safety and operational excellence by addressing aging airport infrastructure and maintaining compliance with standards for a safe and efficient airport system.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs runway end identifier lights and precision approach path indicator system for runway 08/26, at both runway thresholds, that have reached the end of their useful lives. This project rehabilitates 3,200 feet of existing paved taxiways a, A1, A2, and c to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and to minimize foreign object debris to extend their useful lives. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with williamson, west virginia.