Allegiant Deal Could Boost Clearwater Revenue by $8.6M
Higher airline rates would help PIE balance its operating fund and fund growing capital needs.
TPA Projects 25 Million Passengers, $540 Million in Revenue in 2027
TPA’s fiscal 2027 plan includes more than $312 million in capital projects.
Aviation Training Giant to Acquire Clearwater-Based Simulator Business
FlightSafety’s Acron deal adds 300-plus full-flight simulators, but Clearwater’s impact is unclear.
TPA to Close Red Departures Drive Through Mid-October
Red Side airline dropoffs will move to the Red Express Curbsides beginning Aug. 31.
TPA Rejects Plan to Replace TSA Officers With Private Screeners
Tampa International Airport has rejected a federal program that would replace TSA officers at its checkpoints with private screeners after spending several months studying whether the change could protect passenger screening from future government shutdowns. The TSA approached TPA earlier this year about TSA Gold+, which puts checkpoint screening in the hands of a private … Read more
PIE Rental-Car Revenue to Rise 43.6% Under New Contracts
New five-year rental-car agreements are expected to bring PIE $28.2 million.
Four Firms Vie for TPA’s $150 Million Control Tower
TPA has narrowed the field to four builders for its new air traffic control tower.
Airlines compete for Spirit passengers in Tampa Bay
Spirit’s exit creates openings at TPA and nearby airports.
TPA outlines Tampa-St. Pete air taxi plan
TPA linked early air taxi planning to regional growth and its Airside D expansion.
Will Smith Aviation, Tampa Luxe launch private jet charter service
Tampa Luxe has partnered with Will Smith Aviation to launch what the companies say is the only private jet charter service exclusive to the Tampa Bay region. The collaboration pairs Tampa Luxe’s concierge services, including exotic cars, yachts and limousines, with Will Smith Aviation’s charter services. Clients can book tailored flights on aircraft ranging from … Read more