Senator Larry Walker III (R–Perry) today announced that the Hawkinsville-Pulaski County Airport will receive more than $165,000 in state funding to rehabilitate its primary runway lighting system. The funding is part of the Georgia Department of Transportation’s (GDOT) FY25 Airport Aid Program.

The project will upgrade the lighting along Runway 10-28, enhancing pilot safety and reliability and improving airport operations. The total project cost is estimated at $221,222.85, with the Department’s contract providing $165,917.14 in state funds. The City of Hawkinsville will contribute a local match of $55,305.71.

“This investment is critical for the future of Hawkinsville-Pulaski County Airport and the entire community it serves,” said Sen. Walker. “Upgrading the runway lighting ensures pilots have access to safe and reliable facilities, which in turn supports local economic development, emergency services and connectivity for our region. I appreciate the continued partnership between state and local leaders to keep our rural airports strong.”

Goodwyn, Mills, and Cawood, LLC will conduct construction inspections and testing. GDOT’s District Engineer and Materials Research Engineer teams will support the project, with services charged to the Capital Outlay–Airport Aid Program.

For more information about Georgia’s Airport Aid Program, visit www.dot.ga.gov.