Tampa International Airport (TPA) has been awarded a $40 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as part of President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This funding will go toward the development of a new Airside D terminal, aimed at boosting TPA’s capacity and operational efficiency to better serve millions of passengers each year.

The grant is part of a $970 million federal investment across 125 airports in 46 states, Guam, and Palau. The initiative underscores the ongoing federal focus on revitalizing infrastructure, fostering local job creation, and fueling economic growth nationwide and right here in Tampa Bay.

Enhancing the Travel Experience at TPA

With this grant, TPA will implement an automated people mover connecting Airside D to the main terminal and add nine passenger boarding bridges. These improvements are set to ease passenger flow and support TPA’s rising demand for both domestic and international flights.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg highlighted the broad impact of this investment, stating, “Investing in airport infrastructure strengthens local economies, creates jobs, and enhances safety and efficiency.” The nearly $1 billion investment will modernize U.S. airports, making travel safer, more accessible, and convenient for millions.

This funding brings TPA closer to its expansion goals, reinforcing its role as a premier, passenger-centered travel hub in the Southeast.

(Image credit: Tampa International Airport)