Tampa Airport Revamps Ticketing Level

0:00Tampa International Airport is shaking things up for the first time since it opened back in 1971. They're fully redesigning the second four ticketing level with a brand new 25 million $440,000 design build. Contract just approved by the Hillsboro County Aviation Authority. Last week, they handed the gig to Austin Commercial to handle both design and construction, aiming to match how travel works today. Airport leaders like senior comms, manager Joshua Gillan say, the old setup just doesn't cut it anymore. Folks want faster check-ins without the hassle. And this rebound prioritizes speed and ease for everyone flying through. The upgrades mean more counters for all 22 airlines, bigger spaces for lines, extra self-service kiosks, and moving those backroom airline. Offices elsewhere to open up the floor. Construction rolls out in 2027 and finishes by 2029. So next time you're checking bags at TPA, it'll feel like a whole.

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