Helicopter Six-Pack, Infield Drainage and Fire Suppression Water System projects move forward despite recent weather impacts.
SEDONA, Ariz. (November 6, 2026) — Sedona Airport (SEZ), known as “America’s Most Scenic Airport,” currently has three major capital projects under way on the field: the Helicopter Six-Pack Rehabilitation, the Infield Drainage Project and the installation of a new Fire Suppression Water System. Together, the projects represent more than $5 million in critical safety improvements and are funded without any local tax dollars.
FIRE SUPPRESSION WATER SYSTEM
Installation of a new Fire Suppression Water System continues. The 285,000 gallon water tank is in place and is receiving final coatings and connections, and the new fire water main is nearing completion. The system will strengthen the airport’s ability to protect aircraft, hangars, tenants and visitors, and will enhance fire protection for the surrounding area and will be completed by the end of the year. This project is being funded by a low-cost loan from the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA).
HELICOPTER SIX-PACK REHABILITATION
Work on the rehabilitation of the airport’s six-position helicopter parking area, known as the “Helicopter Six-Pack,” is well under way. Milling of the existing pavement is complete, and crews are now installing new electrical infrastructure before re-paving. The rehabilitated area will provide rotorcraft operators with safer, more reliable parking and ground operations. This project is being funded by grants from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Aeronautics through Yavapai County as the airport sponsor.
INFIELD DRAINAGE PROJECT
The first of three phases of the Infield Drainage Project is nearing completion, despite heavy rains over the past several weeks. The project will improve stormwater management across the airfield and reduce water-related wear on pavement and infrastructure and damage to the infield safety areas.
Construction has required temporary closures of Taxiway A, along with some overnight runway closures. The airport and its contractor are coordinating closely to schedule work and minimize the impact on air traffic. Pilots are encouraged to check current NOTAMs before every flight to and from SEZ.
This project is also being funded by grants from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Aeronautics through Yavapai County as the airport sponsor.
NO COST TO TAXPAYERS
Sedona Airport is operated by an independent airport authority and does not receive local tax dollars. Its operations and improvements are funded through user-generated fees and grants from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) through Yavapai County as the airport’s sponsor, so these projects place no burden on local taxpayers.
“These three projects are a significant investment in the safety and long-term reliability of our airfield,” said Ed Rose, General Manager of Sedona Airport. “We appreciate the patience of our pilots, tenants and neighbors during construction, and we’re working closely with our contractors to keep disruptions to a minimum. Every one of these critical safety improvements moves America’s Most Scenic Airport closer to our goal of being the safest and most efficient general aviation airport in the nation.”
For current airfield status and closure information, pilots should consult NOTAMs or contact airport operations.
ABOUT SEDONA AIRPORT
Sedona Airport (SEZ), known as “America’s Most Scenic Airport,” is a general aviation airport serving Sedona and the Verde Valley. The airport is owned by Yavapai County and is operated by the Sedona-Oak Creek Airport Authority.
