MacDill AFB, FL
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Space-Available travel from MacDill AFB, Florida — the AMC passenger terminal in Tampa, a low-volume terminal where Space-A sign-up is by appointment.
MacDill Air Force Base sits on Tampa Bay, on Florida's Gulf coast. Its Air Transportation Function — home of the 6th Logistics Readiness Squadron — handles AMC passenger traffic at 8119 Marina Bay Drive.
For a Space-A traveler, MacDill is a low-volume terminal. It runs few flights, and Space-A activity is light. The terminal also no longer accepts walk-ins for Space-A sign-up or information — you must call ahead to make an appointment.
The move at MacDill: call the terminal to set up a Space-A appointment, then plan from the 72-hour schedule. Roll calls are held only within duty hours, so a flight departing outside those hours won't have a Space-A roll call.
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At a Glance
Editorial summary of the live numbers below.
- MacDill is a low-volume terminal — it runs few flights, and Space-A activity is light. Treat it as an opportunistic option rather than a terminal you plan a firm itinerary around.
- Space-A sign-up at MacDill is by appointment — the terminal no longer accepts walk-ins for sign-up or information. Call ahead to set up an appointment before you plan to travel.
- Roll calls are held only within duty hours, Monday through Friday. A flight departing outside those hours will not have a Space-A roll call, so check the 72-hour schedule and time your plans to the duty day.
- Because volume is low and demand is light, an eligible traveler who catches one of MacDill's flights generally has good odds of a seat — the hard part is a flight being available at all.
- April 2026 saw an unusually high spike in flight volume across many AMC terminals — probably driven by real-world operations rather than typical cadence. Weight the other months more heavily when planning your trip.
| Type | Date | Departure | Destination | Roll call | Arrival | Code | Released | Claimed | Fill % | Sel cat | Sel signup | Comp | Comp cat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arrival | 2026-05-29 | MacDill AFB, FL | JB Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI | — | 1252-1352 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Patterns Over the Past 12 Months
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Plan Your TripQuirks Worth Flagging
- The MacDill terminal no longer accepts walk-ins for Space-A sign-up or information. Call (813) 828-2440 to make an appointment or to ask any Space-A questions.
- Roll call is conducted at the AMC ticket counter 3 hours before departure. Because of medical screening, plan to arrive one to two hours before roll call to allow time for processing.
- Roll calls are held only within duty hours, Monday–Friday 7:30 am to 4 pm — a flight departing outside those hours will not have a Space-A roll call.
- Space-Required passengers check in at the terminal counter 6 hours before departure and must be in line no later than 3 hours 20 minutes before departure.
- Baggage allowance is 2 checked bags per traveler (up to 70 lbs and 62 linear inches each), plus 1 carry-on bag and 1 personal item that fits under an aircraft seat.
When You Show Up
Parking, lodging, food, and what to do if you don't get on.
Parking
Long-term parking at the MacDill ATF is for stays of 7 days or more; short-term parking is for up to 6 days. All vehicles must display a parking pass on the dashboard with the owner's contact information.
Check-In
Check in at the MacDill AFB Air Transportation Function, 8119 Marina Bay Drive. Bring a valid ID, your leave or travel orders, and your Space-A sign-up confirmation. Sign-up and information are by appointment — call the terminal first.
When to Arrive
The terminal keeps weekday hours, with Space-A hours 9 am to 3 pm. Roll call is 3 hours before departure; because of medical screening, arrive one to two hours before roll call to allow time for processing.
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FAQ
Travelers ask these about this terminal specifically.
I know flights are based on mission requirements. Is there anything I can do to increase my chances of making the flight?
Sign up early, and show up early to mark present. If only a few Space-A passengers have marked present shortly before roll call, terminal staff will tell mission planners that cargo can be added to the pallet positions that would have held seats. On certain aircraft, that means fewer Space-A seats than there are travelers waiting. The fix is to mark present as early as you can — don't wait until just before roll call.
Do I really need to bring a copy of my sign-up email?
Yes — always bring a hard copy of your sign-up email, and make sure it shows a date and time stamp. Terminal staff use that stamp to confirm your priority on the manifest at roll call.
Will they let me on the flight if my ID is expired?
No. Check every ID before you travel, and if any will expire during your trip, renew them now. Expired IDs (including your CAC, dependent ID, and passport) will keep you off the flight.
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Guide last reviewed . Sources: AMC Travel and Space-A+ historical data.