airport expansion

Tampa International Airport received federal funding for its new “state-of-the-art” terminal. Airside D, a $1.5 million project, is set to open in 2028.

A rural Florida county is hoping a new $300 million airport will transform its economy and create more than 1,400 new, high-skilled jobs. But to make good on its promise, Hendry County's educators will have to overcome some harsh realities.

Federal aviation authorities have been expected to weigh in on the deal, which must be done at fair market value and meet other criteria determined by the agency.

While both the boards of New College and the airport authority are appointed by the governor, it must be cleared by federal aviation authorities in order to proceed.

Tampa International Airport is beginning a three-year expansion and renovation that will cost almost a billion dollars.The first steps began Tuesday with…