Diversion — SWA277

KTPA · 19R

2026-02-28 20:25 UTC· KBNA → KTPA· SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO· B38M

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SWA277 (Southwest Airlines) was operating from KBNA to KFLL (Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport) on 2026-02-28. SkyMeter detected a diversion to Tampa International Airport (KTPA) on runway 19R at 20:25 UTC. Peak cruise altitude FL381, turnaround area near Richland, US. Approach stability score: 90/100. Scores in this band are observed on roughly 50% of approaches at this runway and represent the centerline of normal operations. METAR at the time reported 4 kt wind, 4 kt crosswind component, 4,828 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
  • Approach stability 90/100
  • 4 kt wind
  • 4 kt crosswind component
  • 4,828 m visibility
  • KTPA 061653Z VRB03KT 3SM -RA BR FEW010 SCT060 BKN110 BKN200 26/24 A2992 RMK AO2 SLP131 OCNL LTGIC DSNT SW-W CB DSNT SW-W P0004 T02560239

Flight context

  • SWA277
  • Southwest Airlines
  • B38M
  • KBNA → KTPA
  • 2026-02-28 20:25 UTC
  • KTPA runway 19R

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