Published on July 31, 2025
MARANA- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved proposed funding for the design and construction of a new Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) at the AVQ Marana Regional Airport.
A recent Final Environmental Assessment (EA), completed in July 2025, found that the project would not significantly impact the human environment. As a result, the FAA issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) and a Record of Decision (ROD).
The Town of Marana operates the airport, however once built, FAA will staff and operate the tower. The new ATCT will improve airport safety and efficiency by helping air traffic controllers guide pilots and aircraft movements.
The proposed site is on airport property, south of the intersection of Runways 12/30 and 3/21, with access from the airport entrance off West Avra Valley Road.
The FONSI and Final EA are available online for review until October 1, 2025 here. Printed copies are available for public viewing for the next 30 days.
You can also learn more by visiting the AVQ Marana Regional Airport’s website.
These images are renderings of the proposed Airport Control Tower.
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