Diversion — SWA4109

KTPA · 19R

2026-02-28 21:00 UTC· KBWI → KTPA· SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO· B737

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SWA4109 (Southwest Airlines) was operating from KBWI to KFLL (Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport) on 2026-02-28. SkyMeter detected a diversion to Tampa International Airport (KTPA) on runway 19R at 21:00 UTC. Peak cruise altitude FL390, turnaround area near Andrews, US. METAR at the time reported 7 kt wind, 6 kt crosswind component, 16,093 m visibility. Detection algorithm and known limitations: see SkyMeter methodology.

Pilot review data

  • Runway 19R
  • 11 ft AGL at event
  • 120 kt ground speed
  • 0 fpm vertical
  • 7 kt wind
  • 6 kt crosswind component
  • 16,093 m visibility
  • KTPA 050453Z 05004KT 10SM FEW050 BKN180 OVC250 26/23 A3003 RMK AO2 SLP168 T02610228 403170261 $

Flight context

  • SWA4109
  • Southwest Airlines
  • B737
  • KBWI → KTPA
  • 2026-02-28 21:00 UTC
  • KTPA runway 19R

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