Rehabilitate taxiway lighting; rehabilitate taxiway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Sebring Airport Authority $351,450.53 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on June 6, 2025, to fund Phase 1 design services for the rehabilitation of taxiway infrastructure at Sebring Regional Airport in Sebring, Florida. The project encompasses the design and rehabilitation of approximately 5,300 linear feet of existing paved Taxiway A and its associated holding bay, as well as the rehabilitation of the taxiway's lighting system. These improvements are intended to extend the useful life of the airport's critical ground infrastructure and support safe, efficient airport operations.

The grant, with an ultimate completion date of June 5, 2029, represents a federal investment in essential airport infrastructure modernization through the FAA's Airport Improvement Program, which provides grants to public-use airports for development and maintenance projects that contribute to a safe and efficient nationwide airport system. As a state government entity and FAA-certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Sebring Airport Authority has previously received substantial FAA grants for major infrastructure projects, including runway and taxiway construction initiatives that support the airport's role as a critical regional logistics center for South Central Florida.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates 5,300 feet of existing paved taxiway a with associated holding BAY to extend its useful life. This project rehabilitates existing taxiway a lighting to extend its useful life. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with sebring, florida.