Airports

Palm Beach International Airport would become President Donald J. Trump International Airport under the legislation.

The Trump family company wants to trademark the use of the president's name on any airports but says it doesn't plan on charging a fee — at least for a proposed renaming of one near his Florida home. Applications filed by the Trump Organization with the federal trademark office are seeking exclusive rights to use the president's name.

Hernando County commissioners expect upgrades to the regional airport will spur economic growth and attract higher-paying jobs to the area.

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blames Democrats for the government shutdown in a new video for TSA security checkpoints. Two of South Florida's airports are not playing the video for waiting passengers.

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 current president and CEO, Rick Piccolo, will retire in October after three decades in Sarasota.

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said there was no evidence that anyone actually went through with the threat and that the airport was safe.

Travel season is underway with Spring Breakers packing airlines to get to the sunshine state. However, the Federal Aviation Authority reports an ongoing shortage in air traffic controllers, which could impact your ability to fly home.

A Tampa-based federal judge in April 2022 halted a mandate that people wear masks on planes, trains and buses. The appellate panel cited last month's end to the public health emergency.

American Airlines and Air Canada Rouge planes were cleared for the same runway, coming within about 3,000 feet of each other.

Miami International Airport ranks No. 1, with more than 500 cases, according to federal statistucs. Airports in Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and Tampa were also in the top 20.

As more people return to air travel, several airports are offering yoga, stretching and meditation areas. Live music and therapy pet programs are also intended to calm stressed-out travelers.