Grand Canyon National Airport Runway Rehabilitation Project
Grand Canyon National Airport Runway Rehabilitation Project
Overview
Project Cost: $12 million
The Grand Canyon National Airport has successfully completed its $12 million runway rehabilitation project - on time with minimal disruption. Over the course of two months project crews:
- Rehabilitated the 8,999-foot runway with a three-inch mill and overaly.
- Reconfigured and rehabilitated the taxiway intersections at the end of Runway 21 to eliminate a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) identified hotspot.
- Updated the taxiway nomenclature (signage) for the entire airfield to meet current FAA standards.
- Modified aircraft parking apron, including painting of the green no-taxi island.
Project Area Map
What's Ahead
NOTAM will be issued. No operational impacts are expected.
| Design & Planning | Project Bid Process | Pre-Construction Preparations | Phase 1: Construction - Runway Closure (approximately 28 days) | Phase 2: Construction (Tentatively scheduled from Sept. 10-29) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Completed | Completed |
Completed |
Completed | Completed |
*Please note that the construction schedule may be subject to adjustments due to various factors, including grant administration, weather and unforeseen circumstances.
Public Meetings
A recording of the virtual public meeting is available upon request via email.
Project Cost:
With the support of the FAA’s awarded federal grant, now is the opportune time to undertake this project. The estimated construction cost is approximately $12 million.
The project will be funded by a Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant, along with state matching funds.
Stay Informed:
Regular updates will be shared to keep you informed about project milestones and forthcoming developments. For comments and suggestions email [email protected].
To receive airport project updates and information:
- Subscribe to receive e-mail notifications sent directly to your email.
- Visit the ADOT project website often by visiting Grand Canyon Airport Projects | Department of Transportation (azdot.gov).
For questions or other specific inquiries, you may email the Aviation Department or call 928-638-2446 ext. 2.
The project team, including the FAA, ADOT and aviation staff, appreciates your cooperation and understanding throughout this project