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All NewsLeanne Higginbottom2024-06-17T18:22:22-04:00
  • Once Cutting-Edge, Airport’s Historic Look Is New Calling Card

    Allegheny County Airport’s storied past still visible in Art Deco terminal

  • PIT Makes Shortlist for Global Travel Award

    Sensory room, app for vision-impaired travelers put airport in elite international company

  • How a Hurricane Can Upend Air Travel

    Hurricane Dorian causes multiple airport closures in South, more potential storms developing

  • The Lasting Effects of USAir Flight 427

    On the 25th anniversary of the fatal crash, we remember its victims and recognize its legacy

  • ‘Shark Tank’-Style Event Identifies Products for Terminal Project

    Companies pitch paint, plastic, pixels, more for possible use in construction to begin spring 2020

  • Final MD-80 Flights on American Airlines Mark End of An Era

    Aircraft makes last trips for American this week; Delta last carrier to operate flights in MD-80 family

  • Spirit Airlines Launches Text-Based Customer Service

    Ultra low-cost carrier partners with WhatsApp to add new channel for booking flights, more

  • Where in the World are George and Franco?

    We thought the airport’s famous statues left for a refresh; they went on vacation instead

  • British Airways Flight Paving Way for Pittsburgh Tech Sector in the UK

    Local tech startups to visit hoping to expand their global business footprint

  • Airlines ‘Signing’ New Ways to Make Travel More Accessible

    Sign language, other skills help airline crews make a difference for deaf and hard of hearing travelers, other passengers with disabilities

  • An Old Box Filled with Airport Memories

    A Florida man sent us a treasure trove of aviation photos taken by his grandfather. Now we’re looking for more.

  • More Guns Being Found at TSA Checkpoints

    Gun confiscations this year expected to set record at PIT, across the country; most firearms are loaded

  • Lawmaker: PIT ‘Cornerstone’ of Economic Development

    U.S. Rep. Conor Lamb talks with Blue Sky about infrastructure, lessons from D.C., airport bees

  • Here’s How You Go To Every Steelers Away Game

    Heinz Field is home, but some diehard fans venture into every opponent’s territory

  • From First Flight to 889 Million Passengers

    On the 80th National Aviation Day, the industry looks stronger than ever

  • Walking a Fine Line: Paint Crew Strives for Perfection

    Keeping runway markings flawlessly straight and clear takes a lot of concentration – and caffeine

  • Southwest Adds More Flights to 7 Cities from PIT, Drops LAX

    Spirit continues to offer daily nonstop service to Los Angeles

  • Bill Murray’s Courteous Gesture and Other VIP Stories

    Getting movie stars, athletes through PIT is all about speed and comfort

  • Behind the Scenes with the TODAY Show at PIT

    How a note in the CEO’s suggestion box became a national television story

  • Allegiant Adds 14th Destination from PIT

    New year-round nonstop to Palm Beach International is first in 12 years

  • A Guide to JetBlue’s Many Tails

    Airline sets itself apart with unique aircraft names and designs

  • Turning Trash into ‘Active Art’

    Pittsburgh’s master puppet-maker creates airport show

  • PIT Offers Safe Haven for Diverted Aircraft

    Due to its size and capabilities, Pittsburgh International is an ideal airport for rerouted flights

  • Pittsburgh’s Economy Increasingly Fueled by Tech, Energy

    Business scorecard tallies billions of dollars in investment, continuing job growth

  • Air Blood: Plane Network Ferries Samples Around U.S.

    Allegheny County Airport among 4 airbases used by national lab company Quest Diagnostics

  • New Amazon Facility Adds to Growing Airport Corridor

    Amazon fulfillment center will bring 800 jobs three miles from Pittsburgh International

  • Running on the Runway

    PIT preparing for takeoff with September 5K to benefit military travelers

  • Happy Birthday, ACAA!

    After 20 years, many still don’t know what an airport authority is – or does

  • PIT’s Artist-in-Residence Unveils Final Work

    Artist Blaine Siegel wraps up year-long project with some help from the PIT paint crew and carpenters

  • A.I. Network Gives Airport Exquisite Sense of Timing

    PIT deploys local startup’s artificial intelligence tech to predict wait times, trends in security lines

  • New Sensory Space at PIT is ‘Life-Changing’

    Presley’s Place will help family members with special needs prepare to fly, some for the first time

  • Retro Liveries Pay Tribute to History

    Condor, American, United among carriers to include aircraft with ‘throwback’ paint jobs in fleet

  • Picklesburgh Becoming Pittsburgh’s Bread and Butter

    New summertime staple of city’s festival schedule doubles in size, still packs in crowds

  • Air Service Development is Economic Development

    Transportation plays a key role in helping to fuel regional economies

  • International Cargo Deal Highlights the Need for Speed

    A Sri Lankan shipper chose Pittsburgh as its next major cargo distribution point – here’s why

  • PIT Unveils Industry-Leading Sensory Room

    Airport staffer's son inspires unparalleled sensory space at Pittsburgh International Airport

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