Airport closed to commercial flights until Oct. 16

Having lost then entire roof covering above Concourse B, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport will remain closed to commercial passenger flights until Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 9 a.m. The roof covers the screening checkpoint and all 13 gates hold rooms. 

The airport is working with recovery contractors to replace the 76,000-square-foot surface with a temporary roof until permanent repairs can be made. Additionally, the gate areas are undergoing clean-up and remediation work because of the water intrusion after the roof was damaged. 

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“We are working as quickly as we can to get the airport operational again, but the terminal must be made safe for the passengers before we can accommodate them, said SRQ President and CEO Rick Piccolo. “We greatly regret this inconvenience and appreciate the public’s understanding.”

Hurricane Milton also blew extensive roof debris onto the aircraft ramp, which must be cleared to prevent any potential damage to jet engines. There are also extensive clean-up efforts ongoing for tree and vegetation removal.

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Airport rental car counters located in the baggage claim have opened. Drivers should check with their rental car company for onsite availability.

The airport parking lots are open and operational for those who need to access their vehicles. The airfield has resumed operations for general aviation flights, however there is no fuel availability at this time.

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