Major U.S. Airport Wants to 'Ban' Pajamas
Proper airport attire can be a controversial topic, one that even the federal government has weighed in on. One airport that is tired of guests being a little too casual is taking matters into its own hands.
In a new message shared on social media Thursday morning, Tampa International Airport announced its intention to "ban" pajamas at the facility.
“We’ve seen enough, we’ve had enough. It's time to ban pajamas at Tampa International Airport," the message begins.
— Tampa International Airport ✈️ (@FlyTPA) February 26, 2026
Tampa taking on 'crisis'
"After successfully banning Crocs and giving everyone the amazing opportunity to experience the world's first Crocs-free airport, it's time to take on an even larger crisis. Pajamas. At. The. Airport. In the middle of the day,” the Tampa Airport message continued.
The airport continued its tongue-in-cheek PSA, noting that this initiative "could be disruptive to someone in your life" and it might be "time to have a difficult conversation with them."
“The madness stops today. The movement starts now. Help Tampa International Airport become the world's first Crocs-free AND pajama-free airport. DO YOUR PART. SAY NO TO PAJAMAS AT TPA," the note concludes.
Of course, Tampa International Airport isn't "actually" banning pajamas for travelers, just like there's no official ban on Crocs. It's clear though that they are tired of seeing people wear them when flying, and today's "decree" is a nudge in the direction of ending that practice.
Airport just echoing government message
As we mentioned before, there has been ample debate in recent years over what is or isn't viable airport attire.
Last November, prior to the holiday travel rush, United States Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy made his own plea to citizens, urging them to be a little more buttoned up in the air.
"I think we have to think about how do we do a better job," Duffy said. "We should say please and thank you to our pilots and to our flight attendants. I think, again, I call this, just maybe dressing with some respect. You know, whether it's a pair of jeans and a decent shirt. I would encourage people to maybe dress a little bit better, which encourages, encourages us to maybe behave a little better. Let's try not to wear slippers and pajamas as we come to the airport."