Lifting the Standard at Melbourne Orlando International
Phase 1 of Sabal Aviation’s development at Melbourne International Airport (MLB) is officially vertical. With the concrete slab fully poured and cured on Side A – and walls now standing – we’ve moved from groundwork to structure. On Side B, the slab is in place and wall erection begins next. The cadence is deliberate, the progress measurable, and the timeline is holding.
This isn’t just a steel frame. It’s the future of aircraft housing on Florida’s Space Coast.
Concrete Execution Built for Flight
In aviation, the slab is everything. It bears the weight of multi-ton aircraft, tows, fuel trucks, and maintenance activity. Our team utilized aviation-grade concrete with high compressive strength, reinforced with double-layer rebar on centers – ensuring durability under both static and dynamic loads.
In Florida, soil moisture and temperature volatility challenge slab integrity. That’s why we timed the pour during optimal dry conditions, using a vapor barrier and wet cure strategy to reduce cracking risk. Side B followed the same protocol and is now ready for vertical framing.
Side A Is Up – And Aviation-Ready
The completed vertical structure on Side A marks the shift from underground to operational. Framed with structural steel engineered to exceed Florida Building Code wind load requirements (180+ mph exposure C standards), the walls are prepped for insulation, wiring conduit, and oversized bi-fold door installation.
This configuration supports a 60×60 hangar footprint per unit, ideal for light jets, turboprops, or multiple smaller aircraft. It’s not just a hangar – it’s a mission-ready aviation hub.
Built on Momentum, Not Guesswork
Every week matters in aviation development. By maintaining pace across both sides of Phase 1, we’re not just meeting milestones – we’re respecting the time-value of investment for owners and operators alike. This project isn’t speculative. It’s ahead of schedule, on scope, and designed to serve those who lead the skies.
View available units at MLB here.
