The Williamsport Regional Airport has received a $900,000 grant through the Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Program to rehabilitate about 2,500 feet of Taxiway B and extend the pavement’s useful life.

According to a news release, the federally funded project will support critical infrastructure improvements designed to maintain safe and efficient aircraft operations at the airport. Rehabilitation work on Taxiway B will help preserve pavement integrity, improve airfield reliability, and reduce future maintenance needs.

“This investment represents a significant commitment to the long-term safety and operational efficiency of Williamsport Regional Airport,” said Eric B. McKitish, Sr., executive director for the airport, according to the news release. “Maintaining and improving our airfield infrastructure is essential to supporting the businesses, travelers, and communities that rely on our airport every day.”

The Airport Improvement Program provides federal funding for projects that enhance safety, capacity, security, and environmental sustainability at public-use airports across the country. The Taxiway B rehabilitation project is part of the airport’s continued efforts to modernize infrastructure and maintain compliance with FAA standards.

“Taxiway B serves as a critical component of aircraft movement throughout the airfield, connecting aircraft to runways and other operational areas,” the news release said. “Extending the taxiway’s useful life will help ensure continued reliability and safe access for commercial, corporate, medical, and general aviation traffic.”

“We appreciate the continued partnership and support from the FAA, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, U.S. Congressman Dan Meuser, U.S. Senator Dave McCormick and our elected officials who recognize the importance of regional air transportation infrastructure,” said Frank G. Pellegrino, Airport Authority Board Chairman, according to the news release. “This grant allows us to continue investing in the future of air service and economic development across all of North Central Pennsylvania.”