Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) is proposing the Runway 9-27 Extension Project to meet the current and future needs of its operators and the business aviation community.

FXE’s primary runway, Runway 9-27, currently measures 6,002 feet, which creates operational constraints for many jet aircraft. These limitations often require weight reductions or intermediate refueling stops, reducing efficiency, and limiting direct access to medium- and long-haul destinations. FXE is proposing a 1,000-foot extension at the western end of Runway 9, increasing the available takeoff distance to 7,002 feet and enabling aircraft to depart at full fuel capacity.

This airfield improvement, originally identified in the Airport Master Plan, incorporates a displaced threshold—a designated point on the runway where aircraft must begin their landing roll. While the full 7,002 feet will be available for takeoffs, the landing distance for Runway 9 remains unchanged relative to current approach procedures, ensuring existing landing operations are preserved while enhancing departure capabilities.

The project will be designed in accordance with Airplane Design Group (ADG) III standards, as outlined in the Federal Aviation Administration’s Advisory Circular (AC) 150/5300-13B, Airport Design-Change 1.

UPDATE: DRAFT EA MEETING VIDEO - 06.04.2026

If you missed the Draft Environmental Assessment Public Information Meeting held on June 4, 2026, you can watch the full meeting video recording below: 

PUBLISHED 06.04.2026

VIEW DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT

• PART 1 (ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT & APPENDICES A-C)
• PART 2 (APPENDICES D-N)

PUBLISHED 05.05.2026

PUBLIC COMMENT INFORMATION

• Public comment period: May 6, 2026 to June 11, 2026
• Submit comments electronically to: Runway927ExtensionEA@inbound.soar-mail.com
• Mail written comments to:
       Khant Myat, P.E., Airport Engineer
       FXE Airport, City of Fort Lauderdale
       6000 NW 21 Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

 PUBLISHED 05.05.2026

Project Timeline

• October 2023 - Project Purpose & Needs Phase Completed

• February 2024 - Environmental Assessment (EA) Process Initiated

• October 2024 - Public Information Workshop hosted by FXE

• May 2026 - Draft EA Release for Public Review and Comment

• June 2026 - Draft EA Public Information Meeting - VIEW RECORDING

• September 2026 - Final EA Publication

For more information, please visit the FAA dashboard or email: FXEAirport@fortlauderdale.gov.

DISCLAIMER: This timeline is subject to change as Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) completes the required review and approval processes with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). FXE does not control the FAA dashboard, and the timing of updates depends on the FAA.