The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has recognized St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) as the 2022 Airport of the Year in the small to medium sized airports category. This recognition is part of the annual TSA Honorary Awards. To win this award, PIE had to compete with 333 airports of similar size. PIE is our own mini but mighty travel hub that brings visitors from across the country to our lovely city.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport’s TSA team is crushing it! They were honored for their top-notch teamwork, delivering exceptional performance, and keeping passenger wait times low even with record-breaking numbers. These unsung heroes are all about safeguarding our transportation systems and ensuring smooth travels for people and businesses alike. Kudos to the TSA for their commitment to protecting our freedom of movement.
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St. Pete-Clearwater Airport (PIE) has a stellar staff
“TSA is among the most agile agencies in the federal government,” said TSA Administrator David Pekoske. “The TSA Honorary Awards spotlight the agility, determination and innovative spirit of TSA employees. I am privileged to recognize these award recipients, who have distinguished themselves through their extraordinary accomplishments and have made significant contributions in support of TSA’s mission.”
Greater Tampa Bay Federal Security Director Kirk Skinner who oversees TSA’s operations at PIE as well as at Tampa International and Sarasota-Bradenton International airports, noted, “The TSA PIE Team’s extraordinary accomplishments and significant contributions in support of TSA’s mission was made possible thanks to the effective collaboration and strong partnership with PIE’s airport authority and stakeholders. The relationships at PIE are built on trust and cooperation in every aspect of transportation security.”
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