Reflecting on PIT’s Transformation: A Year in Review

This has been a landmark year for Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), culminating in the opening of its new transformed terminal.

On Nov. 18, 2025, PIT’s new terminal became fully operational and opened to the public, kickstarting the next era of air travel in Pittsburgh. As we look ahead to the next year and PIT continues to welcome community members to its new terminal for the first time, it’s a good time to reflect on the moments that led up to Opening Day.

PIT’s Transformation Featured at Passenger Terminal Expo & Conference

By Rocco Pacella – April 21

Several months before the transformed PIT opened its doors, the airport was placed on a global stage at the worldwide Passenger Terminal Expo & Conference held in Madrid, Spain, from April 8-10. Former PIT Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer Paul Hoback and CEO Christina Cassotis shared a presentation at the event, highlighting the innovative vision that drove the project that garnered international attention.

WATCH: Art in the Transformed PIT Unveiled

By Rocco Pacella – Sept. 4

Over 80 percent of the new art pieces in the transformed PIT terminal come from Western Pennsylvania artists. Together, they’ve created a collection of art that tells the region’s story — and what place better to showcase that than at its front door? Their contributions to the airport help PIT accomplish its goal to reflect, connect and serve the region.

A New Era: Pittsburgh Cuts the Ribbon for PIT’s New Terminal

By Evan Dougherty – Oct. 11

On Oct. 11, regional and state leaders gathered at PIT’s transformed terminal to commemorate the modernized terminal. In an event that symbolized the years of work that went into the project, the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony marked a major milestone toward the finish line.

Community Open House Gives a Sneak Peek at its New Terminal

By Gina Mastrangelo – Oct. 13

Before the transformed PIT officially became operational, some members of the Pittsburgh community saw a sneak peek of their new airport. On Oct. 11, the airport hosted a Community Day, welcoming everyone to explore the new terminal for the first time.

After a Decade of Collaboration, the Airport Pittsburgh Deserves Has Arrived

By Gina Mastrangelo – Nov. 17

The day before the opening, we looked back at how team members from across the Allegheny County Airport Authority (ACAA) collaborated to ensure the new airport addressed the needs of modern travelers.

The Transformed PIT Has Arrived: Opening Day Milestones & Farewell to the Old Terminal

By Gina Mastrangelo & Evan Dougherty – Nov. 18

On Nov. 18, 2025, the transformed PIT welcomed its first group of passengers. Throughout Opening Day, Blue Sky News captured all of the final action in the old terminal and the milestones from the opening.

Here’s What Passengers Are Saying about the Transformed PIT

By Roman Hladio – Nov. 18

The first group of passengers to fly through the transformed PIT began to arrive in the early hours on Nov. 18. They witnessed how the airport has changed air travel – and their reactions captured the excitement of the day.

Photo Gallery: Transformed PIT Meets the Needs of Today and the Future

By Blue Sky Staff – Nov. 24

The transformed PIT redefines air travel to better reflect, connect and serve its community – a mission accomplished through improved infrastructure, features and amenities. Blue Sky News reflects on these improvements through photography that compares new additions to those of the past airport.