Air Travel

The Federal Aviation Administration released a new air traffic controller staffing plan that showed a reduced target of 12,563 controllers, down from its previous forecast of 14,633. The National Air Traffic Controllers Association disagrees with the staffing model.

Michael Stephens told the Tampa City Council the idea of an “air mobility hub” isn’t in the process of taking shape — yet. He also provided an update on the construction of a new Airside D.

Jet fuel prices are sky high, and air travelers are feeling it in their wallets. Now comes the sudden shuttering of Spirit airlines. How can flyers stay on budget?

Among large airports, Tampa, Orlando, Miami and Fort Lauderdale were among the most affordable from which to travel, according to an April analysis.

Airport CEO Michael Stephens said the facility is looking to recreate the first commercial airflight — this time with flying cars.

On "Florida Matters Live & Local," Albert Whitted Airport Manager Richard J. Lesniak discusses what electric air taxis could mean for public transportation and more.

If you are flying out of Tampa Bay for Thanksgiving, airport officials have advice for smooth travels.

On "Florida Matters: Live & Local," we explore why some Floridians are thinking of bolting while others stay put, how air taxis could lift commuters and the region's original aviation innovation.

The FAA began cutting flights on Friday to deal with a shortage of air traffic controllers amid the government shutdown, forcing travelers at airports like TPA to deal with delays and cancellations.

Officials say Flight 1230 was traveling from Cancun to Newark when the altitude dropped, forcing a landing at Tampa International Airport. The FAA is investigating.

Beyond Orlando, Florida dominates the top 10 national travel destinations, with Fort Lauderdale ranking fifth and Miami eighth, boosting demand for flights and cruises departing from the Sunshine State.

The FAA said a backup system kicked so the outage didn't lead to flight disruptions like what happened after similar outages around the Newark airport this spring.