The San Francisco Bay Area experienced a sharp spike in private jet departures in the immediate aftermath of Super Bowl LX.
Hundreds of aircraft left regional airports within hours of the game ending at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara.
The scale of the post-game exodus highlighted the intense travel demands created by the NFL’s biggest event.
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Bay Area records surge in private jet departures
Flight tracking data showed roughly 600 private jets departing the Bay Area following Super Bowl LX.
The surge represented an increase of more than 1,100 percent in departures across five regional airports compared to the previous Sunday.
San Jose Mineta International Airport served as the primary hub for private aviation due to its proximity to Levi’s Stadium.
Additional departures were recorded at airports in San Francisco, Oakland, Palo Alto, Livermore, and Hayward.
Super Bowl travel sparks online reaction
Tracking data revealed that dozens of private jets departed within two hours of the game ending, with many flights bound for Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
Several aircraft were linked to high-profile attendees, drawing attention to the scale of celebrity travel surrounding the event.
The volume of private jet activity also sparked criticism on social media, with users pointing to environmental concerns and carbon emissions.
The post-Super Bowl flight surge underscored the logistical and cultural impact major sporting events can have on host cities.
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