PIT’s Bold Transformation Ready for Takeoff in 2025

As 2025 approaches, the countdown to the grand opening of the new Pittsburgh International Airport has begun.

The work done in 2024 sets the stage for what promises to be an exciting year ahead, as crews complete the final touches on the new terminal, the Customer Service Building and the 4,000-space parking garage.

By all accounts, this has been a pivotal year in PIT’s transformative journey. In 2024, the focus was on making significant strides inside the new terminal, where construction milestones reflect the immense progress and hard work that set the stage for the airport’s grand debut.

Inside the terminal, crews have been hard at work, marking key developments. The first escalators were installed, the state-of-the-art baggage system was tested for the first time, and the first ceiling tiles were placed—each a vital step toward creating a modern, efficient travel experience. The building also saw the unveiling of the constellation lights that will illuminate the terminal

On the exterior, the terminal began to take its striking form as workers installed the final curtainwall glass. This glass façade, with its expansive windows, will transform the terminal into a massive observation deck, offering travelers sweeping views of the runway and surrounding landscape. This design, which emphasizes openness and connection to the outdoors, reflects the airport’s commitment to creating a welcoming, world-class environment.

Meanwhile, the terrazzo floors took shape as the first pours were made. Local artist Clayton Merrell’s intricate patterns—designed to represent the leaves of Western Pennsylvania—complement the tree-like structural columns that span the terminal, adding an artistic touch that connects the space to its regional roots.

The interior also saw the first set of painted “trees,” which will bring vibrant color to the terminal, further enhancing