Airport Name and ICAO/IATA Code
KTPA, Tampa intl airport
Location (City, Country)
Example: Tampa, Florida U.S
Airport Type & Size
Airport Type
• Type: Public International Airport
• Classification: Large Hub (as designated by the FAA)
• Ownership: Operated by Hillsborough County Aviation Authority
• Primary Use: Commercial passenger and cargo flights, both domestic and international
Airport Size & Capacity
• Area Covered: Approximately 3,300 acres (13 km²)
• Elevation: 26 feet (7.9 meters) above sea level
• Passenger Volume: Serves around 25 million passengers annually, with plans to expand capacity to 35 million by 2037
• Gates: 59 active gates across four airsides (A, C, E, F)
• Expansion: A new Airside D is under construction, featuring 16 gates and two airline lounges
Why should this airport be added to World of Airports?
Example: Its a hub for American Airlines etc. Also a great view from the ocean near the airport.
Major Airlines & Routes
Southwest Airlines – Largest carrier at TPA with over 1,600 monthly departures. Popular routes include:
• Baltimore/Washington (BWI)
• Atlanta (ATL)
• Chicago Midway (MDW)
• Delta Air Lines – Strong presence with frequent service to:
• Atlanta (ATL)
• New York (JFK & LGA)
• Detroit (DTW)
• American Airlines – Offers routes to:
• Charlotte (CLT)
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
• Philadelphia (PHL)
• United Airlines – Connects TPA to:
• Newark (EWR)
• Chicago O’Hare (ORD)
• Denver (DEN)
• Spirit Airlines – Budget-friendly flights to 21 destinations including:
• Las Vegas (LAS)
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
• Orlando (MCO)
• British Airways – Direct flights to London Gatwick (LGW)
• Air Canada – Service to Toronto (YYZ) and Montreal (YUL)
• Copa Airlines – Flights to Panama City (PTY)
• Lufthansa – Seasonal service to Frankfurt (FRA)
Unique Features or Challenges
Example: View of ocean, Rainy density, Windy city
Optional: Links, images, maps, or videos
Example: Tampa International Airport - Wikipedia