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Fresno receives $1.9 million FAA grant for airport runway rehabilitation

As of September 2026: Grant recipient and project owner

The Federal Aviation Administration has awarded Fresno $1.9 million to repave 3,627 feet of runway 12/30 at Fresno Yosemite International Airport. The grant pays for the final construction phase of a project meant to keep the pavement structurally sound and stop loose debris from damaging aircraft.

Updated Sep 12

Fresno secures FAA runway grant amid broader fight over federal funding conditions

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As of September 2026: Plaintiff in federal funding lawsuit and recipient of FAA grant

The Federal Aviation Administration has obligated $14.5 million to the City of Fresno for reconstruction of Runway 11L/29R at Fresno Yosemite International Airport. The award funds Phase 2 of a project to rebuild 9,539 feet of pavement that has reached the end of its useful life—1,521 feet of construction in this round.

Updated Sep 11