Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport
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Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) is the preferred aviation gateway to Florida's Gulf Coast. Offering low fares and great value, VPS is the smart choice
Destin/Fort Walton Beach, FL.
Joined June 2009
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Delta Air Lines is expanding service at VPS with nonstop flights to Austin, TX! Whether you’re traveling to Texas or visiting our beautiful Emerald Coast, traveling just got easier. Learn more at this link: https://t.co/Jf8PPnVrJ0
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Travel just got easier in our region! A permanent TSA PreCheck enrollment center is now open at the Office Depot site in Fort Walton Beach. Use this link to get started: https://t.co/WLTTdB2R4A
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Please plan accordingly on May 13 and May 15th for these periodic road closures on State Roads 85 and 123. See additional details below. #FlyVPS
The 96th Test Wing will conduct testing on the Eglin Test Complex May 13 and 15, requiring the closure of State Roads 285 and 123 between 9 a.m. – noon. The road should not be closed for more than a 90-minute period.
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The REAL ID deadline is May 7, 2025. After that, you’ll need a REAL ID-compliant license or ID to board domestic flights or enter federal buildings. Look for the ⭐️ gold star on your Florida driver’s license. Visit https://t.co/B5lMGljKDV for what documents you’ll need.
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On March 26th State Road 285 will be closed periodically between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. as Eglin Air Force Base conducts tests on their Test and Training Range. Additional information can be found at the link below. https://t.co/y82Dx6nTNj
eglin.af.mil
March 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport will reopen as scheduled at noon today, Thursday, 1/23/25. Please check the status of your flight before arriving at the airport. @OkaloosaCounty
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Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport will remain closed with a planned reopening at noon on Thursday, 1/23/25, conditions permitting. Please contact your airline directly for flight-related assistance. @OkaloosaCounty
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Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport will close today at noon with a planned reopening at noon on Wednesday, 1/22/25, conditions permitting. Please contact your airline directly for flight-related assistance. @OkaloosaCounty
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We continue to monitor Winter Storm Enzo. Please check the status of your flight with your airline directly before arriving at VPS. #FlyVPS #WinterStorm
❄️A Winter Storm WARNING is in effect for the entire area from 6 AM Tuesday through 6 AM Wednesday. ⚠️Regardless of specific snow totals, moderate to major impacts are expected. 🥶 Bitter cold has settled into the area and will persist through the latter half of the week.
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It's official: our TSA PreCheck® Enrollment Event at VPS runs January 6th through January 17, 2025. Register for your appointment today to secure your spot. Scan the QR code below to get started.
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‘The Best Airport’ Therapy Dog Team Recognized for Years of Service at VPS Okaloosa County and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) would like to give a huge “thank you” and “best wishes” to Dan Holmes and his therapy dog Elsa. https://t.co/xnu2tlyUsW
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We continue to monitor what is now Tropical Storm Helene. Please see the most recent Tropical Update from @OkaloosaCounty and @NWSMobile. https://t.co/LR6eAfvIUj
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We are closely monitoring the progression of Invest 96L and will provide any immediate updates to the Airport’s status or any changes in scheduled operations.
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The Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is monitoring the development of Tropical Storm Fred. As we get closer to the weekend, please monitor your flight information with your airlines website for any changes.
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𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬: Monitor messages from your airlines & watch flight information online for any delays/cancellations before coming to the airport. The airlines & TSA are advising customers to arrive 3 hrs prior to boarding time.
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