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Tampa International Approves Final Airside D Design, Greenlights $1.5 Billion, 16-Gate Build for 2029 Opening

The decision advances a $1.5 billion, 16-gate expansion to serve as Tampa Bay’s international gateway, supporting projected demand of 35 million passengers by 2037.

Overview

  • Airport directors approved the 100% design and released final renderings, clearing the project to go vertical later this year.
  • The board authorized a $902 million supplemental contract, with construction targeted to finish in late 2028 and public opening in 2029.
  • The 600,000-square-foot airside will be the airport’s largest and is configured for both domestic and international operations.
  • Delta is confirmed as the anchor tenant, with plans for a new Delta Sky Club, a common-use lounge and a U.S. Customs inspection facility.
  • Passenger input shaped features such as a children’s play area, added power outlets, greenery and a quiet room, while a Call for Artists, shuttle replacements to Airsides A/C/E and a Main Terminal ticketing expansion led by Austin Industries advance in parallel.