On October 3, 2023, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announced plans to establish an airport contract with the Columbus Airport Commission to rehabilitate a taxiway and design a runway at the Columbus Airport.

“As the second largest city in Georgia, it is imperative that Columbus’ local infrastructure is properly maintained to withstand further population growth,” said Senator Ed Harbison (D – Columbus). “The rehabilitation of the taxiway and the creation of a new runway at Columbus Airport will guarantee a greater ease of transportation throughout the city and state. I am grateful to GDOT’s unwavering dedication to cities of all sizes and for their partnership with the Columbus Airport Commission on this project.”

GDOT approved the rehabilitation of the taxiway and runway construction on June 28, 2023 as a part of its FY24 Airport Aid Program. The total construction cost of the project is estimated at $5.42 million and will be completed by the Holt Consulting Company, LLC.