All articles tagged with #tampa international airport
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Tampa Bay Times
Flights at Tampa International Airport may be affected due to a 10% capacity reduction by the FAA, stemming from the government shutdown, impacting thousands of flights at the nation's busiest airports.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WFLA
Tampa International Airport experienced significant delays and several cancellations on Memorial Day, with 172 out of 511 flights delayed and eight canceled. The airport had anticipated a busy weekend with around 78,000 passengers daily and expects nearly 3.4 million travelers through the summer. Passengers are advised to arrive early to ensure smooth travel.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WFLA
Breeze Airways is adding two new nonstop routes from Tampa International Airport, allowing passengers to travel to Pensacola, Florida and Bangor, Maine. The flights to Pensacola will start in June with one-way tickets starting at $49, while the Bangor flights will begin in October with one-way tickets starting at $99. This expansion brings the total nonstop destinations offered by Breeze Airways from Tampa to 23, with the airline also introducing "BreezeThru" stops.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Tampa Bay Times
Widespread delays and cancellations continue at Tampa International Airport due to a band of strong storms near Georgia, disrupting flights and causing an overflow of about 10,000 passengers unable to fly in or out on Saturday. Historically high numbers of travelers during spring break have led to as many as 100,000 people arriving and departing in Tampa on Sunday, causing the Federal Aviation Administration to slow some flights down to reduce congestion in the sky. Airlines are working to minimize delays, but passengers are advised to check with their airline before heading to the airport.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bay News 9
Tampa International Airport experienced flight delays and cancellations due to thunderstorms, affecting spring break travel as the airport anticipates up to 100,000 people each Saturday and Sunday. With the high volume of passengers, it's recommended to arrive early for flights during this busy travel period.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WFLA
Tampa International Airport experienced delays and cancellations over the weekend, with 62 flights delayed and nine canceled on Sunday, following a day of even worse disruptions on Saturday. The Federal Aviation Administration attributed the delays to weather-related issues, with an average delay of 30 minutes on Saturday due to thunderstorms. Travelers are advised to check their flight status due to the ongoing high volume of delays and cancellations.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WFLA
Breeze Airways is expanding its service from Tampa International Airport with two new seasonal routes to Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina and Orange County-Santa Ana, California, starting in May. The flights will be operated using an Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with fares starting at $49 for a one-way ticket if purchased by Jan. 29. This expansion provides Tampa Bay travelers with nonstop options to key destinations across the U.S.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WGN TV Chicago
A United Airlines flight from Sarasota to Chicago made an emergency landing at Tampa International Airport due to a door indicator light turning on. The plane, an Airbus a319, diverted to Tampa, where fire crews responded. Aviation expert John Cox emphasized the importance of taking such indicators seriously, despite their rarity. The aircraft, not a 737 MAX 9, was deemed safe, and the airline is arranging for passengers to complete their journeys.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WFLA
Breeze Airways is adding four new nonstop routes from Tampa International Airport to Burlington, Vermont; Madison, Wisconsin; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; and Plattsburgh, New York, starting next year. Fares for these routes start at $49 for one-way tickets, and travelers can get 35% off roundtrip bookings using the code "BENICE." Three of these destinations are new routes that have never flown nonstop to Tampa before.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by FOX 13 Tampa
Tampa International Airport hosted Florida's first air taxi test flight, conducted by Volocopter, marking the first urban air mobility test flight at a large U.S. airport. The demonstration showcased the potential of air taxis for short-to-medium-range flights within urban environments. While Volocopter still requires FAA approval to operate in the U.S., Tampa Bay is preparing for the moment the company receives federal approval, expected in 2025. Initially, Volocopter air taxis will transport one passenger at a time, with plans to build larger aircraft as battery technology advances.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and his wife welcomed nearly 300 Americans who were evacuated from Israel due to the Israel-Hamas war. The flight landed at Tampa International Airport, and additional evacuees landed in Orlando. DeSantis provided resources and supplies to the evacuees and pledged to send aid to Israel. The rescue operation was facilitated by the non-profit organization Project DYNAMO. Major airlines had canceled flights in and out of Tel Aviv after the attack, and the U.S. State Department received requests for departure assistance from over 20,000 U.S. citizens in Israel and Gaza. DeSantis signed an executive order to facilitate the return of Florida residents and supplies from Israel.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WFLA
Spirit Airlines is expanding its nonstop routes from Tampa International Airport, adding daily service to Charlotte, North Carolina starting October 5, and four flights per week to Norfolk, Richmond, and Charleston, South Carolina as seasonal routes starting November 15. This marks the first time Spirit has flown nonstop between Tampa and these cities. With these additions, Spirit will become the airline with the second-highest number of nonstop destinations from Tampa, after Southwest Airlines.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Tampa International Airport
Tampa International Airport will close early Tuesday in preparation for Tropical Storm Idalia, with all commercial operations suspended until further notice. The closure will allow for necessary preparations and assessments before the potential major hurricane makes landfall. The airport anticipates reopening on Thursday, pending damage assessments and coordination with partners.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WFLA
A man will be charged after he was found with a firearm at a TSA checkpoint in Airside F of Tampa International Airport, leading to the evacuation of the area. Passengers were re-screened and normal operations resumed after a security sweep. The man will face charges for possessing a weapon in the terminal and tampering with evidence. About a dozen flights were impacted, but there were no cancellations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Points Guy
Breeze Airways has announced five new nonstop routes, including flights to Charleston, West Virginia; Columbus, Ohio; and Pittsburgh from Tampa International Airport, and flights to Orlando and Tulsa, Oklahoma from New Orleans. All of the new flights will be operated on Breeze’s Airbus A220 aircraft, with introductory fares starting at $39 or $59 one-way. These new routes come just two weeks after Breeze announced three other new routes, including flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Tampa and Las Vegas, and a new route between Orlando and Portland, Maine.