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All NewsLeanne Higginbottom2024-06-17T18:22:22+00:00
  • Everyone on Board

    Celebrating Customer Service  

  • The Big Sort

    Airport staff and volunteers organize thousands of items for 8 th annual auction on Oct. 20

  • Congress Passes FAA Reauthorization Bill

    Legislation with new requirements for passenger rights and drone operators heads to President for signature

  • Colorful Collaboration

    Artist Hiromi Katayama and local high school students install a new exhibit on Ticketing Level; More Art in the Airport coming soon

  • Building Bridges

    On August 3, Pittsburgh welcomed the region's first-ever nonstop flight from Shanghai, China. 

  • Movie Theater in an Airport? Been There, Done That

    A few in the States, more in Asia, but PIT's was first

  • New Military Lounge Provides Support, Connections

    Airport officially opens larger, better-equipped refuge for military personnel, veterans and families

  • Parking Upgrades on Way for Passengers; Some Rates Expected to Rise Next Month

    Technology improvements could include displays of wait times and a new app

  • Airport Eateries to Donate Excess Food to Non-profits

    Airport and its concessionaires step up to reduce food waste and feed ‘our neighbors’

  • Undeveloped Land Near Airport Readies for Prime Time

    Board approves phase 1 site prep work for future retail, commercial or office space

  • Coming Soon: New Airport Retailers with a Local Touch, and Finally, a Shoeshine!

    Shorter-term leases expected to generate additional revenue, more variety for travelers

  • Love in Baggage Claim

    A tale of two servicemembers, three juggling balls and a hidden engagement ring

  • The Airfield and Its Dam Protections (Funny, No?)

    We're getting the side effects of Hurricane Florence, but two dams keep our runways from flooding.

  • Veteran Airport Firefighter in Charlotte for Disaster Prep

    As Hurricane Florence approaches, one of Pittsburgh’s own stands ready to help; Airport Operations prepares to accept aircraft  

  • An Enduring Symbol of Hope

    Airport firefighters raise flag to honor military, 9/11 victims and first responders

  • Industry Day and Chill

    Speed dating format helps prospective local vendors hook up with airport’s modernization vision

  • A Tale of Two Cities

    New Seattle-Pittsburgh nonstop links cities with remarkable similarities (and some differences)

  • Little Labor Expected for Travelers at PIT

    Weekend passenger traffic ranks lower compared to other holidays

  • The Long and Winding Road That Leads to … Your Bag

    Behind the scenes of Pittsburgh International Airport’s baggage system – all eight miles of it.

  • Delta Ends Paris Route as Pittsburgh Market Heats Up

    Carrier winds up 10-year summer run as other airlines boost transatlantic service from PIT

  • For Pennsylvanians, It’s Time to Get Real

    In 2020, you’ll need a federal REAL ID card or a passport to fly out of PIT  

  • Emergency Preparedness Drill Keeps Airport On Its Toes

    Airport staff and partner agencies came together for a comprehensive emergency preparedness drill Wednesday evening

  • Preparing for the Unexpected

    Hundreds to participate in emergency drill Wednesday

  • Good Job, Pittsburgh

    Chinese tourists say thanks for the hospitality, the universities – and the chance to practice their English

  • Pittsburgh Welcomes China

    Airport, regional officials prepare to greet 300 tourists on inaugural charter flight  

  • Pittsburgh Looks for Three-Fold Return on China Charter

    A $1 million investment to bring Chinese tourists to the region could deliver $3.5 million in economic impact

  • Pittsburgh Preps for Nonstop Charter from China

    From airport greeters to hoteliers and tour groups, we’re going to school on Chinese culture, customs  

  • Life at the Airport, Through a Different Lens

    Artist-in-residence takes inspiration from passengers, employees and hidden airport treasures

  • Pittsburgh is Back (On the British Airways Map)

    After 20 years, British Airways returns to a city that’s ‘just taking off’

  • PIT Climbs to No. 5 on T+L List of Top 10 Domestic Airports

    And yes, trolls, we’re still building a new terminal  

  • A Fitting Tribute

    Ceremonial water salutes celebrate new flights, retiring pilots, even the Stanley Cup

  • Busiest Travel Day? No Problem, PIT Staff Says

    June 29 only a warm-up for expected travel surge in July

  • Reversing a Decade of Decline

    Pittsburgh International Airport Receives Airports Council International Award for Change Management.

  • Headed to China This Summer? Want To?

    Flights between Shanghai and Pittsburgh start August 3

  • Airport on the Move

    5 reasons why PIT’s current (and future) state is bright

  • Pittsburgh to Paris: C’est Magnifique!

    Delta begins 10 th year of seasonal non-stop service from the Burgh to the City of Light on May 24

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