Avon Park Executive Airport

Avon Park Executive Airport (KAVO) is a public-use general aviation airport owned and operated by the City of Avon Park, located in Highlands County in the heart of Central Florida. Positioned just west of downtown Avon Park, the airport provides convenient access to U.S. Highway 27 and serves as a gateway to the region’s business, agricultural, recreational, and tourism communities. Its central location places it within easy reach of major Florida markets while offering the flexibility and efficiency that general aviation users value.

Originally developed as a military airfield during World War II, the airport has evolved over the decades into a thriving executive and general aviation facility. Today, Avon Park Executive Airport supports corporate aviation, private pilots, flight training, military training operations, and aviation-related businesses. With a strong foundation in safety, service, and community partnership, the airport continues to play an important role in the economic development and connectivity of the Avon Park area.