Tampa International Airport installs 9-foot AquaFence flood barrier

Tampa International Airport is the first airport in Florida to install an AquaFence system to protect against storm surge.

TPA opts out of private security program, keeps federal TSA screening

Tampa International Airport has chosen to keep its checkpoint screening operations exclusively with federal TSA officers after completing an evaluation of a private screening program. 

TPA to replace 54-year-old air traffic control tower with FAA-approved funding

Tampa International Airport is set to build a new $155 million air traffic control tower to replace its aging facility, including $18 million in modern technology from the Federal Aviation Administration.

Tampa International Airport donates hundreds of unclaimed bags to foster kids

Tampa International Airport is repurposing hundreds of unclaimed luggage items to serve hundreds of local foster children in Hillsborough County.

TSA Gold+ program: Tampa International Airport joining public-private security partnership

Tampa International Airport is joining a new nationwide voluntary program that transfers airport security operations to private contractors while maintaining federal oversight.

Tampa International Airport unveils progress on new 16-gate Airside D terminal

Tampa International Airport officials provided the public with the first detailed look at the future of the airport as construction continues on the airport's new Airside D terminal.

Tampa International Airport unveils air taxi concept for dream project

On Thursday morning, Tampa International Airport CEO Michael Stephens stood before the Tampa City Council to reveal a futuristic vision for the city’s transportation: air taxis.

Tampa International Airport awarded nearly $11M federal grant for runway, taxiway upgrades

Tampa International Airport is receiving nearly $11 million in federal funding to help modernize airfield infrastructure, according to an announcement from U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor.

Tampa International Airport announces first major ticketing level overhaul since 1971

Tampa International Airport (TPA) is about to completely redesign its ticketing level on the second floor, which will include adding more space near ticket counters and more self-check-in kiosks. 

TPA spring break travel: 3.1M passengers expected as unpaid TSA officers reach ‘breaking point’

Tampa International Airport is bracing for a massive influx of travelers for spring break. Chief Operating Officer John Tiliacos estimates that between now and the end of April, the airport will see a staggering 3.1 million passengers.

Airline CEOs urge Congress to pay TSA workers during partial government shutdown

As we continue this partial government shutdown, one of the areas most impacted is the aviation space, especially TSA. In fact, a group of airline executives are calling on congress to support TSA workers better as they are receiving zero dollar paychecks, receiving nothing.

More budget airline deals announced for Tampa Bay travelers

Breeze Airways announced three new nonstop flights out of Tampa International Airport (TPA) starting this summer.