Executive Director’s REPORT

ZENITH BUILDER WORKSHOPS RETURN TO SEBRING EXPO 2018

• Airport Master Plan Upadate Details • UAS and Sebring • Sebring International Raceway

INSIDE • Sebring Expo News Sebring News | January 2018 AIRPORT MASTER PLAN UPDATE

Working Paper #1, which Chapter 4 – Design Criteria requirements and design criteria will be and Facility Requirements determined for the project. Based on these is comprised of Chapters Identification of design criteria for the requirements and criteria, three (3) track 2 & 3 (Inventory and airfield and comparison of the projected avia- rehabilitation alternatives will be developed. tion demand to the existing capacity of the For each track rehab alternative, the analysis Forecasts) has been facilities at Sebring Regional Airport. This will consider the construction phasing, cost impacts, future airport development, and im- completed. Forecasts comparison will be used to determine future facility requirements over the 20-year plan- provements to the existing layout configura- were submitted to the ning period. Elements will include: tion. Based on this analysis, a rehabilitation • Demand and Capacity Calculations alternative will be recommended for accep- FAA for review and ap- • Airside Facility Requirements tance prior to the start of detailed design. proval on January 5th. • Landside Facility Requirements The Alternatives Analysis effort is scheduled • Support Facility Requirements to be completed by the end of January, with a While the FAA is review- recommendation being submitted to SAA for CSX Rail Spur Rehab/ review and approval on February 5th. ing the forecast data, Reconstruction Geotechnical testing has been completed, Terminal Apron Rehab/ Atkins is moving forward and the report has identified a few loca- Reconstruction with Working Paper #2, tions scattered along the length of rail where Surveying, non-destructive tesing, and organic soils have been identified. Design geotechnical evaluation have been completed. which includes: plans will show these organic soils to be Topographical survey CAD files have been removed and backfilled with suitable mate- developed and are being used for design ef- rial. Topographical survey CAD files have forts. been developed and are being used for design Field investigation of the existing concrete efforts. pavement and drainage system has been com- As part of the Alternatives Analysis pleted in accordance with FAA requirements. (currently in progress), the functional user The Alternatives Analysis is in progress, and the report will be submitted to SAA for review on February 2nd. This report will Terminal HVAC #99, 100, 101, 102 look at the following rehab/reconstruction Improvements • T-Hangar Buildings (SAA) alternatives: Improvements to the Termial Building #105, 106, 107, 108 • Crack sealing and Joint repair w/ isolated HVAC system, which includes: • Industrial Building slab replacement • Replacement of all Variable Volume (Custom Tanning) - #727 • Crack & Seating w/ Asphalt Overlay and Termperature (VVT) boxes in all • Industrial Building (Everglades) - #906 • Full depth reconstruction w/ Asphalt three HVAC systems, • Full depth reconstruction w/ Concrete • Procurement and installation of a new An RFQ package has been developed which Each alternative is being evaluated based Direct Digital Control (DDC) System. identifies the various repairs and renovations on life-cycle cost (initial constructon cost • Testing and Commissioning of the required for each building, and provides vs. future maintenance costs), construction HVAC system improvements. technical requirements and standards to phasing, and operational needs. It is antici- Bid documents have been developed and the be used for the design and construction. A pated that more than one alternative may RFP will be advertised in February. pre-bid meeting was conducted on January be used for different areas of the apron. The 11th, which four (4) General Contractors Repairs and Renovations to Alternatives Analysis will also include 30% attended, along with a number of engineers plans and construction cost estimates. Airport Buildings and sucontractors. Proposals are being RFQ 17-06 includes the repairs and submitted on February 1st. Evaluations of Terminal Building Roof renovations to a number of buildings and the subcontrasctor proposals will take place Replacement facilities, including: the following week, with a recommendation A contract for $433,952.44 has been • Airport Terminal Building (SAA) - #1 of award being brought to the Board at the awarded to Advanced Roofing, Inc. for • Commercial Hangar Building February board meeting. replacing the existing Terminal Building roof (Lockwood) - #33 with a new metal barrel tile roofing system. • Commercial Hangar Building (SAA) Work is scheduled to commence immediately #103 following the Expo, with substantial comple- • Commercial Hangar Building (SAA) tion in May (120 calendar days from start of #104 work). • T-Hangar Buildings (SAA)

Sebring Regional Airport – guidance for integration of UAS operations demonstration encompassing infrastructure Participation in ACRP 03-42: within Airport airspace; 2. Identifying air- inspection, wildlife management, security Airports and Unmanned port infrastructure needs and creating plan- monitoring and other use cases as requested Aircraft Systems (UAS) ning and funding guidance for UAS Airport by Airport Management. Operations are UAS activity (recreational and non-rec- integration; and 3. evaluating potential expected to take place during the second half reational) continues to show strong growth central participants in this study. of February and include a team of 1-2 drones for the foreseeable future. Thus, to safely Therefore, the ACRP Research Team has and flight team of at least 3-5 personnel. integrate UAS operations, the Transportation requested the opportunity to conduct UAS Research Board (TRB) Airport Cooperative (drone) operations at the Sebring Municipal Research Program (ACRP) initiated ACRP Airport as part of the research effort. The 03-42 with the objectives of: 1. providing operations would include a 3-day field SEBRING INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY

In the wake of Hurricane Irma, and wheelchairs. The pedestrian we have had to renovate virtu- way is ADA compliant. The final ally every part of the pit structure. details are still to be announced, Every suite. Every control room. but NASCAR’s Board saw the The media centers. Club Sebring. importance of this new bridge con- And 80 percent of the billboards struction, especially from a fan and were destroyed, requiring total re- competitor safety standpoint. construction of the structures that This year’s Mobil 1 Twelve Hours now will meet city codes. management group – along with This work will be complete the City of Sebring and IMSA offi- prior to Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of cials – are planning an IMSA team Sebring. transporter parade and downtown This year’s Mobil 1 Twelve Hours race festival on the eve of the track’s event stands to be one of the most opening for the race. If all comes attractive events to fans in many together, each IMSA WeatherTech years. 1975 winner A.J. Foyt will Championship Series team will be the event’s grand marshal, as have a tractor trailer in the caravan well as be inducted into the Sebring that will begin on Sebring Parkway Hall of Fame. Also set for induc- and parade up Ridgewood, around tion: Paul Newman, The Sebring the Circle, down Commerce and Firemen, Joest Racing, and Renaldo back out to U.S. 27 and 98. Team “Dindo” Capello. transporters will move directly What really has the motors- from the parade route into the pad- ports world talking is the return dock the evening before gates open of Penske Racing to IMSA’s to spectators for the weekend. WeatherTech Series, and the driver On the track, the Sports Car lineup the team brings. Two-time Club of America hosted its big Indy 500 winner and winner of F1`s January National Event this past Grand Prix of Monaco Juan Pablo weekend, and for the first time, Montoya, three-time Indy 500 shared the property with the local winner Helio Castroneves, IndyCar region of Boy Scouts of America. Series Champion Simon Pagenaud, The Scouts watched two full days of Graham Rahal… And Team Joest, racing, camped in the cold temps, the team that fielded winning Audi participated in myriad activities, and Porsches at Sebring and Le and saw a big fireworks display. Mans, returns to IMSA in 2018 Still to come before the 12 fielding the Mazda DPi. Hours, the SVRA-Trans-Am From a track standpoint, the weekend, and a four-day February most exciting news of the New IMSA test for every team that will Year is that the single-lane vehicle compete at the Mobil 1 Twelve bridge to Green Park at Turn 5 Hours. will be replaced after this year’s Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring. NASCAR’s Board of Directors approved several capital projects, Wayne Estes including new debris fencing to President and General Manager bring the track up to current FIA safety codes. The new bridge will be capable of handling two-way traffic, tractor trailers and large motorhomes, as well as pedestrians The original

U.S. SPORT AVIATION EXPO: THIS MONTH!

Below we feature some late breaking new Two lively performances happen during Rolls Topped with Meat Sauce, Sautéed additions to the lineup to stoke the interest U.S. Sport Aviation Expo and rides will Green Peppers, Caramelized Onion, of attendees. also be available. Sriracha Sauce, Jalapeño Peppers, Cheese. Aerobatic Pilots and SHOW DETAILS CAROLLS CORN CRIB Steak Aircraft up close and January 26 and 27 at noon Sandwiches, Italian Sausage, Chicken personal!Two new RIDE DETAILS Tenders, Chicken On A Stick, Corn-Dogs, Exhibitors for Sebring Expo Adult: $100 Per Person Funnel Cakes, Arnold Palmers. This is a fabulous opportunity to see a Children & Students: $70 Per Person HEAVENLY SCOOPS Hershey’s Hand couple amazing Aerobatic Aircraft and take Dipped Ice Cream -12 Flavors, Coke & your turn at a virtual reality experience Delicious food at the Root Beer Floats, Popcorn, Lemonade. as a jet pilot for a truly authentic piloting upcoming event! experience. U.S. Sport Aviation Expo will have Tickets can be purchased The local International Aerobatic Club, everything from Ice Cream to BBQ, and online at https://www. Chapter 23 will be exhibiting January Breakfast to Bacon wrapped Bratwurst. sportaviationexpo.com/ 24-27 along with Dash Aerosports, which Don’t miss the food court! tickets includes a Virtual Reality Jet Flight SAWADEE THAI FOOD Pad Thai, Egg Experience. Chapter 23 is bringing two Rolls, Panag Curry, Thai Fried Rice and aircraft to display. The International more. Aerobatic Club (IAC) is a division of the BIG BELLY Sweet Island Chicken, Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Wayton’s Garlic Chicken, Teriyaki Chicken and the National Aeronautics Association and Loco Moto–rice and a Half Pound (NAA). It promotes aerobatics and governs Burger. the sport of competition aerobatics in the SMOKE SHACK Brisket Sandwich, United States under the regulations of the Pulled Pork Sandwich, Hot Dog, Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI). Hamburger, Cheese Burger, Pork n’ Fork, Cheese Fries, Grilled Chicken Sandwich. See the original Batcopter SCOTT’S CHARBROIL London Broil N3079G from the Steak Sandwiches, Greek and Chicken TV series! Gyros, Italian Sausage and Fries, plus a full The of the Batcopter was breakfast in the morning. in the 1966 film Batman. Along with the DEVIL DOGS Nathan’s Skinless Hot , the , and the Dogs with a variety of delicious toppings these vehicles were Batman and ’s from plain to the Ground Pounder: 2 arsenal to combat crime. Bacon Wrapped Bratwurst on 2 Hoagie Sebring Regional Airport 128 Authority Lane Sebring, Florida 33870 www.sebring-airport.com 863.655.6444

With strategic access to major markets by land, sea and air—Sebring Regional Airport and Commerce Park offers a wide range of business advantages and incentives to support your company’s future. In the heart of Central Florida, the 2,000-acre park is conveniently situated within a 150-mile radius of 85 percent of the state’s population. Already home to Sebring International Raceway, a premier sports car racing facility, the park is uniquely positioned to accelerate your business.

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Transportation Access Infrastructure UÊ Major Highways: Nearby Highways 27, 70 & 98 link to Ê UÊ Electrical service: Progress Energy Florida’s Turnpike and major interstates: I-4, I-95 & I-75. Ê UÊ Water & Sewer: City of Sebring Utilities Ê UÊ Air: Sebring Regional serves corporate aircraft and air freight. ÊU Natural Gas: Sebring Gas Seven international airports are located within 150 miles, Ê UÊ Telecom: Embarq Telecommunications including Orlando and Tampa. Ê UÊ Sea: Ports of Tampa and Manatee are 90 miles away with Taxes and Incentives five other deep-water ports easily accessible. Ê UÊ ÃÊ>Ê`iÈ}˜>Ìi`ÊœÀiˆ}˜Ê/À>`iÊ<œ˜iÊ>˜`Ê ˜ÌiÀ«ÀˆÃiÊ<œ˜i]ÊÊ Ê UÊ Rail: Industrial rail spur runs directly to the park. the park offers numerous financial incentives. Ê UÊ "«iÀ>̈˜}ʜ˜iʜvÊÌ iÊviÜÊ œ““Õ˜ˆÌÞÊ,i`iÛiœ«“i˜Ì Workforce Needs Agency’s in the country, Sebring Airport Authority can provide Funding assistance for customized training available through unique economic development incentives. Heartland Workforce Board and nearby training providers, including: Ê UÊ -iiVÌi`Ê>ÃÊ>ÊÀÕÀ>ÊiVœ˜œ“ˆVÊ`iÛiœ«“i˜ÌÊV>Ì>ÞÃÌÊÈÌi]ÊÊÊ UÊ Locally funded Employed Worker Training Program for Sebring Airport Authority can offer special incentives to existing businesses. qualifying life sciences projects. UÊ Florida’s Quick Response Training Program for new or Ê UÊ œÜʏ>LœÀÊVœÃÌÃÊ>˜`Ê>ÊÀÕÀ>ÊœLÃÊÌ>ÝÊVÀi`ˆÌÊi˜VœÕÀ>}iÊ expanding businesses. economic expansion. UÊ Florida’s Incumbent Worker Training Program provides skills Ê UÊ ˆ“ˆÌi`ÊVœÀ«œÀ>ÌiÊÌ>ÝiÃÊ>˜`ʘœÊ«iÀܘ>Êˆ˜Vœ“iÊÌ>Ý° upgrade training for existing businesses.

To begin exploring how Sebring Regional Airport and Commerce Park can help your business take off, contact us today: Sebring Airport Authority. 128 Authority Lane. Sebring, FL 33870. (863) 655-6444. www.sebring-airport.com.