TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa International Airport (TPA) said it's one of 40 airports experiencing FAA-mandated flight reductions due to the government shutdown.
In a post to X on Friday, TPA said a majority of flights are still on time.
Good morning! Here’s an update ⬇️
📍TPA is one of 40 airports experiencing FAA-mandated flight reductions due to the federal government shutdown
✈️ So far, a majority of departures are on time
🪪 TSA checkpoints are flowing smoothly
😎 Check with your airline for flight info
— Tampa International Airport ✈️ (@FlyTPA) November 7, 2025
As of noon on Friday, 87% of flights at TPA are on time, 18 have been cancelled and 46 have experienced delays, according to its website.
The FAA directed airlines to cut 10% of their flights at 40 of the busiest airports nationwide, including TPA, during the government shutdown.
The FAA said the reductions start at 4% on Friday, Nov. 7 and ramp up to 10% by Nov. 14. They are to be in effect between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. and impact all commercial airlines, per the FAA.
This is a developing story. Tampa Bay 28 will provide more details as they become available.
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