Tampa International Airport has unveiled new renderings of its future Airside D building, a $1.5 billion expansion project that is currently at the 30 percent design stage. The full design is expected to be completed by the end of 2025, with groundbreaking scheduled for December 18th. The new facility is anticipated to open in 2028.
The Airside D building will include 16 gates for both international and domestic flights within its 600,000 square feet area. It will feature two levels and a mezzanine large enough to accommodate two airport lounges. Upon completion, it will be connected to the main terminal via a shuttle service and can handle narrowbody and widebody aircraft.
Recent renderings highlight several features of the building, such as an international arrival customs processing area, departure lounges, glass boarding bridges, and shopping and dining facilities. The interior aims to maintain a naturalistic feel with high ceilings and panoramic views of the runway.