Cecil Airport

Cecil Airport Cecil Airport, one of four airports in the Jacksonville Aviation Authority system, is Northeast Florida's premier aerospace development site.

Cecil Airport is truly one of the nation's most unique general aviation facilities. Strategically located in sunny Jacksonville, Florida - one of the best places to live and work in the Southeast US and home to beautiful beaches, a world-class military community, and the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars - Cecil has something to offer everyone:

• Thousands of acres available for aerospace developme

nt, with 150 of those shovel-ready.

• The only FAA-licensed horizontal-launch commercial spaceport on the East Coast.

• Florida’s third-longest runway at 12,500 feet. In fact, Cecil has a total of FOUR runways: two others at 8,000’ x 200’, and another at 4,400’ x 200’ – over 4,000,000 square feet of takeoff and landing space. We can accept any aircraft in production in the world – from a Lockheed C-5 Galaxy to a Cessna 172. And at the same time, too, with our twin parallel configuration.

• An award-winning FBO in Jacksonville Jetport.

• Renowned commercial and military MRO tenants Flightstar Aircraft Services and Boeing. We are a premier development site, a crucial piece of Jacksonville’s logistics network, and an “avgeek” paradise all in one! Please don’t hesitate to contact us. We live and work by the motto of the Jacksonville Aviation Authority – “Going beyond, daily.”

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03/26/2026

Space Florida CEO shares how Cecil fits into statewide goals >> See the full article below ⬇️

Our hearts go out to the Bennett family as well as our colleagues at the Jacksonville Port Authority. Prior to his time ...
12/11/2025

Our hearts go out to the Bennett family as well as our colleagues at the Jacksonville Port Authority. Prior to his time at the port Jim worked at FDOT. He always saw the vision of what Cecil Air and Space Port could become. Jim’s work at FDOT helped turn Cecil from a derelict BRAC facility into a premier industrial airport facility.

On Monday, Northeast Florida not only lost a great transportation advocate for the region, but also a great human being. We join his family, friends and colleagues in mourning his loss. But we also celebrate his life and many accomplishments. He will be missed.

We are deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of our colleague and friend, James Bennett, who was killed in a car accident this morning. James dedicated his life to improving the quality of life for people in Northeast Florida, and our entire community is better for his service. He was a valued member of our leadership team, overseeing two of our largest departments—Operations and Engineering—and serving as a trusted liaison for many of our port partners.

James brought extraordinary dedication, skill, and heart to everything he did. His work ethic was unmatched, and his commitment to our mission elevated everyone around him. He loved his work and the people he worked alongside, and in turn, we were all made better by working with him.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, James was an exceptional human being whose spirit filled every room he entered. His loss will be felt deeply across our organization.

We ask the community to join us in praying for James’ family during this extremely difficult time. We are forever grateful for his leadership, his friendship, and his service to our port and to Northeast Florida.

Sunrise this morning at Cecil Airport📸: Jon Abels
08/06/2025

Sunrise this morning at Cecil Airport
📸: Jon Abels

10/28/2024

Please be aware that a simulated disaster exercise will be held at Cecil Airport tomorrow for airport staff and first responders.

09/19/2024

Wonder what's been going on at Cecil Airport and Cecil Commerce Center? Here's your chance to find out! The Westside Business Leaders Association will be hosting a bus tour on October 17. Registration is now open.

IMPORTANT: Sponsorship opportunities are available! The deadline is Sept 12th.Go to Cecil Bus Tour Sponsorships for details. Check out this FLYER

We were thrilled to attend this morning’s groundbreaking event for our newest tenant, Hermeus. Hermeus is at the forefro...
09/10/2024

We were thrilled to attend this morning’s groundbreaking event for our newest tenant, Hermeus. Hermeus is at the forefront of the aerospace and defense industry, developing hypersonic engines for military and commercial use. (Hypersonic means five times the speed of sound!)

Cecil was initially going to be the prime testing and development location for Hermeus engines, but AJ Piplica, their CEO and co-founder, announced at this morning’s event that they are also going to locate the program for their commercial hypersonic passenger aircraft here as well.

The company anticipates creating 100 new jobs and spending $137 million on capital improvements over the next several years. Hermeus isn’t only great for Cecil, but it’s also a huge success story for Jacksonville overall!

We look forward to welcoming our newest tenant, Hermeus, to Cecil Airport!
08/01/2024

We look forward to welcoming our newest tenant, Hermeus, to Cecil Airport!

Jacksonville Aviation Authority board members unanimously approved a five-year lease agreement for Atlanta-based hypersonic aircraft company, Hermeus, to open an engine test facility at the Cecil Airport.

Boeing continues building at Cecil!
06/27/2024

Boeing continues building at Cecil!

The project will add a 201,714-square-foot four-bay hangar building for maintenance, repair and overhaul for KC-46A aircraft used to refuel military planes.

If you feel like you can run the Operations team at one of the coolest aerospace facilities in the country, we're hiring...
06/11/2024

If you feel like you can run the Operations team at one of the coolest aerospace facilities in the country, we're hiring! Check out the posting for the Cecil Airport & Spaceport Operations Manager.

The Jackonville Aviation Authority (JAA) welcomes applications for the Cecil Airport & Spaceport Operations Manager through...

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32221

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