Press Releases

SRQ is pleased to share the following Allegiant Air press release. See attached for further details. “We’re excited to welcome Allegiant’s new nonstop service between Sarasota/Bradenton, FL (SRQ) and Toledo, OH (TOL). This route offers travelers from northwest Ohio an easy way to enjoy Florida’s...

The Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority (SMAA) is thrilled to officially welcome Paul Hoback Jr. as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ). Paul officially started his role this week, bringing 25 years of exceptional aviation leadership to our...

The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is proud to announce the monumental success of its first ever Southwest Florida Honor Flight. Mission XXIII took place on Tuesday, October 14th, 2025, which marked a significant milestone, transporting 90 local veterans on a one-day journey to Washington...

SRQ is pleased to share the following Southwest Florida Honor Flight’s press release. See attached for further details. ### Contact: Fredrick J. Piccolo, President, CEO Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) Tel. (941) 359-2770, extension 4200 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Naomi Horton...

SRQ is pleased to share the following Allegiant Air press release. See attached for further details. “We're excited to see Allegiant continue to expand its offerings at SRQ, especially with the enhanced capacity provided by our new Concourse A. The addition of Toledo, OH (TOL) marks the 35th nonstop...

The Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority Fire Department (SMAAFD) is proud to announce its transition from Basic Life Support (BLS) to Advanced Life Support (ALS) services at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ). This significant upgrade will enhance emergency medical care for travelers...

The Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority (SMAA) is pleased to announce the unanimous selection of Paul Hoback Jr. as the incoming President and Chief Executive Officer for Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ). Mr. Hoback presently serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Development...

The Sarasota Bradenton international Airport (SRQ) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Podsiad, CPA as its new Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Kevin brings over a decade of experience in aviation finance and a strong record of strategic financial leadership to...

Sarasota Bradenton international Airport (SRQ) is pleased to announce that American Airlines will launch daily nonstop service to Miami, FL (MIA) beginning November 3, 2025. The daily flights will be operated on a 76-seat Embraer 175 jet offering first class, main cabin extra, and main cabin...

For the month of April 488,887 passengers traveled through Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, a 10% increase compared to 443,089 passengers in April 2024. During the first quarter of the 2025 calendar year, SRQ experienced a 3.3% growth in passenger traffic when compared to the first quarter...

For the month of March 597,796 passengers traveled through Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, compared to 553,521 passengers in March 2024. This is an 8% increase and the highest number of passengers per month in the entire history of SRQ. During the initial three months of the 2025 calendar...

SRQ is pleased to share the following Allegiant Air press release. See attached for further details. ### Contact: Fredrick J. Piccolo, President, CEO Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) Tel. (941) 359-2770, extension 4200 SARASOTA, Fla. April 3, 2025 — Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today...

SARASOTA, Fla. Feb. 13, 2025 — Allegiant ( NASDAQ: ALGT) this week begins service from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to seven new popular destinations. To celebrate, the company is offering one-way fares on the new routes as low as $39.* “We are excited to expand service at SRQ with...

For the month of October 334,532 passengers traveled through the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, an 8.6% increase compared to 308,012 passengers in October 2022. The 12-month activity through October 2023 totals 4,276,280 passengers, a 13.15% increase compared to 3,779,254 passengers for...

SRQ is pleased to share Avelo Airlines press release. See attached for further details. For additional information contact: Fredrick J. Piccolo SRQ President, Chief Executive Officer Tel. (941) 359-2770, extension 4200 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Avelo Airlines Takes Flight with New Nonstop Service to...

NOTICE OF PROPOSED GOAL FOR PARTICIPATION BY DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN FEDERALLY FUNDED CONTRACTS AT SARASOTA BRADENTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SRQ) In accordance with 49 CFR Part 26, the Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority (SMAA) maintains a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program...

Breeze unveils its “Make It Happen” sale, its biggest sale ever. See attached Breeze Airways press release for further details. For additional information contact: Rick Piccolo SRQ President, Chief Executive Officer Tel. (941) 359-2770, extension 4200 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Breeze Offers 50% Off Base...

As Hurricane Idalia approaches, the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) will close to all air traffic and the terminal will be locked and secured beginning at 7pm today, Tuesday, August 29th. SRQ plans to reopen at 8am tomorrow, August 30th, pending damage assessment. Travelers should...

Breeze announces its first ever ‘percent off’ promotion for fall travel between September 5 and December 19, 2023. See Attached Breeze Airways press release for further details. For additional information contact: Rick Piccolo SRQ President, Chief Executive Officer Tel. (941) 359-2770, extension...

Today, the Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority (SMAA) announced the opening of our new and improved Cell Phone Lot at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. It is located at 1180 Rental Car Road, Sarasota, Florida, directly across from the previous temporary location, and offers easy access...

SRQ is pleased to share Avelo Airlines press release. See attached for further details. For additional information contact: Fredrick J. Piccolo SRQ President, Chief Executive Officer Tel. (941) 359-2770, extension 4200 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Avelo Airlines Announces New Nonstop Service to...

The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is proud to participate in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program to aid individuals with non-visible disabilities and provide the support they need while traveling through SRQ. This voluntary program for airport passengers identifies hidden...

SRQ and Dolphin/Hawthorne Aviation will be supporting the Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) from June 4 – June 14. ATAC is the world’s largest outsourced civilian tactical airborne training organization. They maintain a versatile and highly capable fleet of transonic and supersonic aircraft...

Last month 514,889 passengers traveled through the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, compared to 442,846 passengers in March 2022. This is a 16% increase and is the highest number of passengers for the month of March and for any month in the entire history of SRQ. The 12-month activity...

The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport held a groundbreaking ceremony today to celebrate the construction of the terminal expansion project. Connected to the east end of the ticket wing, the new 5-gate terminal will cover 75,300 sq ft. The facility will include a 4-Lane security checkpoint and...

Breeze announces its “Fresh Take: Spring Break” sale for spring travel through April and May. See attached Breeze Airways press release for further details. For additional information contact: Rick Piccolo SRQ President, Chief Executive Officer Tel. (941) 359-2770, extension 4200 FOR IMMEDIATE...

Please see attached press release from Avelo Airlines. For additional information contact: Rick Piccolo SRQ President, Chief Executive Officer Tel. (941) 359-2770, extension 4200 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Avelo Airlines Takes Off with New Nonstop Service from Sarasota-Bradenton to Raleigh-Durham, NC...