SEBRING, FL. — March 13, 2026: The Sebring Airport Authority has begun construction on Taxiway Delta, a major airfield infrastructure project designed to improve safety and operational efficiency at Sebring Regional Airport (SEF).
The project will construct an 1,800-foot by 35-foot partial parallel taxiway serving Runway 14-32, including new asphalt pavement, grading, drainage improvements, and airfield markings necessary to support safe aircraft movement.
Currently, aircraft using Runway 14-32 must back-taxi on the active runway to access the terminal apron due to the absence of a parallel taxiway. The new Taxiway Delta will eliminate this requirement, reduce runway occupancy time and improve overall airfield safety.
“Projects like Taxiway Delta are essential to maintaining a safe and efficient airport for pilots, businesses, and visitors who rely on Sebring Regional Airport”, said Mike Willingham, Executive Director of the Sebring Airport Authority. “This investment strengthens our infrastructure while supporting the continued growth of aviation activity in Highlands County”.
The project carries a construction cost of $2,249,536. E.O. Koch Construction Co. is serving as the contractor, while Avcon, Inc. is providing engineering design and construction inspection services.
Funding for the project is provided entirely through public aviation infrastructure programs, with 95% funded by the Federal Aviation Administration and 5% funded by the Florida Department of Transportation.
The Taxiway Delta project reflects the Sebring Airport Authority’s continued commitment to maintaining a modern, safe, and efficient aviation facility that supports both airport users and the broader community.
