No More Searching to Charge Your Phone

Airside renovations to include major upgrades, new seating to add power outlets

By Oscar Rzodkiewicz

Published July 8, 2024

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

While PIT completes a $1.57 billion program to build a new terminal, Multi-Modal Complex parking structure and roadway system, not all the construction on campus involves brand new buildings.

The airside terminal—the part of the airport that contains the gates to aircraft—is getting a major facelift as well.

The improvements include updated restrooms, a new design in the center core area, redevelopment of concession spaces, LED lighting, HV/AC systems and 28 hold rooms – the areas at each gate where travelers sit waiting to board their flights.

Gone will be the days of searching for a wall outlet to charge your phone, tablet or laptop before a flight—every single seat will contain its own power unit.

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