Airport's passenger traffic in February increases 26% over January

Despite the gains, passenger traffic in February was 69% of the 2020 level.


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Courtesy. In February, passenger traffic at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport increased 26% over the previous month.
Courtesy. In February, passenger traffic at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport increased 26% over the previous month.
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SARASOTA — In February, passenger traffic at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport increased 26% over the previous month.

February passengers totaled 159,772 compared to 126,704 passengers in January, according to a press release. Compared to February 2020, passenger traffic was 69% of the 2020 level of 232,549. 

“It is great to see our passenger numbers starting to recover," says Sarasota Bradenton International Airport President and CEO Rick Piccolo in a statement. "With more individuals getting their vaccine, and COVID-19 cases on the decline, we are seeing an increase in the aircraft load factors and the number of travelers using our airport. With Spring Break now upon us, we expect to see upwards of 10,000-plus passengers per day traveling through our airport.”

There are currently 10 airlines serving 45 destinations from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.   

Additional year-round and seasonal service is starting throughout March, April and May on Southwest and Allegiant. 

 

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