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All NewsLeanne Higginbottom2024-06-17T18:22:22+00:00
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    Anyone in the know about Austin’s magnetic charm isn’t surprised by increased buzz concerning Texas’s vibrant state capital. Luckily for...

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    The recent $300 million investment in a Pittsburgh AI startup, including money from the likes of Jeff Bezos, seemed to...

  • Photo of the Week: What Can You See from Your Window Seat?

    Aviation gives us new perspective of our earth. Sure, a satellite view is a few clicks away – but there’s...

  • Grand Opening for PIT’s Newest Concession

    As Pittsburgh International Airport's new terminal nears completion, its newest concession officially opened Thursday. Beercode, a gastropub-style restaurant, features specialized...

  • Spirit Announces Big Guest Experience Changes

    Spirit Airlines is making major changes to its guest experience and pricing structure, the latest ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) to roll...

  • Southwest Resuming Nonstops to Popular Florida Destination

    Southwest Airlines is bringing back nonstop flights to one of Florida’s largest cities for Pittsburghers to visit this winter. In...

  • Photo of the Week: Off to Alaska

    Alaska and aviation go hand in hand. July and August are the best times of year to go to Alaska....

  • Perfect Timing: A Snow Conference in July

    It’s the end of July, and it’s hot. But airport officials from around the country are in Pittsburgh thinking about...

  • How the New PIT Terminal Will Reduce Stress, Improve Travel Experience

    Pittsburgh International Airport’s new terminal will deliver more open spaces, fewer logjams, calming (though sometimes thought-provoking) art and modern building...

  • Southwest Announces Move to Assigned Seating

    Southwest Airlines is introducing the most significant changes to its product in the company’s history: phasing out its longstanding open...

  • Photo of the Week: Waterfalls and Warbirds

    As the Paris Olympics kick off, we are going international this week! Connor Ochs took an amazing photo of a...

  • CLEAR Offers TSA PreCheck Signup

    Travelers at Pittsburgh International Airport hoping to fast-track enrolling in TSA PreCheck will now have the opportunity to sign up...

  • Red Hot Summer: PIT Reports Busiest Month in 19 Years

    Record nationwide air travel and continued strong demand in the region contributed to Pittsburgh International Airport’s busiest month in nearly...

  • Photos of the Week: Fireworks and Flights 

    Aviation creates great photo opportunities, especially when fireworks light up the sky. Bailey Noel captured this beautiful photo at EAA...

  • PIT’s Ultra Low-Cost Carriers Expand Into Non-Leisure Markets

    Ultra-low-cost carriers (ULCCs) are offering a record number of seats at Pittsburgh International Airport this summer, in part because of...

  • What to Do in Salt Lake City, PIT’s Latest Route Addition

    The mountains – and more – are calling. Pittsburgh International Airport recently announced once-daily nonstop service on Delta Air Lines...

  • Pittsburgh’s Skilled Trades Powering Terminal Construction

    The talents and skills of Pittsburgh’s skilled trades will be on display for the world to see when the new...

  • Photos of the Week: Sea Plane Views

    Imagine flying over a large body of water in a sea plane from Key West. Phil Kocher captured this beautiful...

  • PIT Announces 15 New Stores, Restaurants as Part of New Terminal

    With the opening of the new Pittsburgh International Airport set for next year, fliers will be awarded a wave of...

  • No More Searching to Charge Your Phone

    Pittsburgh International Airport is building much more than just a new terminal—but an observant flyer may have already noticed that....

  • Threatened with Extinction, Rare Birds Get Flight Upgrade at PIT

    Carry-on luggage can sometimes be complicated, often because it’s too bulky. Or maybe because something is fragile. No carry-on is...

  • Photos of the Week: City Views, Golden Glows

    Soaring across the beautiful city of Pittsburgh makes the aviation experience worth it. Dustin McGrew took this stunning photo of...

  • WATCH: World War II Bombers Visit Allegheny County Airport

    The Flying Legends of Victory Tour touched down at Allegheny County Airport (AGC) last week, giving aviation enthusiasts a chance...

  • Photos of the Week: Stunning Views of Washington D.C.

    Aviation always delivers the best angles and views as we enter the vibrant summer season and witness nature’s flourishing greenery....

  • PIT Helps Next Generation Build Careers in Aviation

    The first time Titus Sanders saw an African American pilot, he was looking in the mirror. Born and raised in...

  • TSA to Change PIT Screening Lanes to Reduce Wait Times

    Beginning the morning of July 8, travelers with TSA PreCheck will be directed to the alternate security checkpoint at Pittsburgh...

  • PIT’s New Terminal to Help Showcase Region for ’26 NFL Draft

    Ready to boo the commissioner? In 2026, Pittsburgh will host an extravaganza that has evolved into what arguably is professional...

  • Photos of the Week: Trucks and Peaks

    What was your highest peak this week? For Casper Wood, it might just be capturing this beautiful shot of an...

  • Meeting and Greeting, Pittsburgh Style

    We do things differently in Pittsburgh. We put fries on sandwiches and salads, have our own language (“Pittsburghese”), and no...

  • Airlines to Break Records at PIT this Summer

    Several airlines are expected to offer a record number of seats at Pittsburgh International Airport this summer—a sign that carriers...

  • Mountain View: Delta Adds Pittsburgh-Salt Lake City Route

    Utah’s state capital is back on Pittsburgh’s route map. On Friday, Delta Air Lines announced that it will resume nonstop...

  • All Eyes on Iceland

    REYKJAVIK, ICELAND – The sky was blue and the crowd was buzzing at gate C55 Thursday, May 16, as Icelandair...

  • Robotics Firm Selects Airport HQ Site

    A Pittsburgh robotics company whose technology strips paint from jets is relocating to an office park near Pittsburgh International Airport,...

  • Take a Ride on a World War II Bomber

    Two iconic and now rare World War II bomber planes are on display and available for rides at Allegheny County...

  • Photos of the Week: New Horizons

    Pittsburgh International Airport’s new terminal is capturing attention as it steadily makes progress toward opening its doors in 2025. Todd...

  • PIT Selected for Hall of Fame Honor

    No stranger to Halls of Fame, Pittsburgh can now boast its newest member: Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). The airport has...

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