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United Airlines airplanes — one taxiing and one preparing to board at Pittsburgh International Airport. United Airlines is a major international airline headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Pittsburgh International to expand solar farm, eyes hydrogen hub

Runway Girl Network is pleased to provide an audio recording of our full interview with Allegheny County Airport Authority CEO Christina Cas... Continue Reading

#PaxEx Podcast: Christina Cassotis talks PIT enhancements

Welcome to the #PaxEx Podcast, which tracks the evolution of the airline passenger experience and industry’s sustainability initiative... Continue Reading

A colorful sky at sunset is the backdrop for construction of the new PIT terminal

Press Release: How new PIT terminal will reduce stress, improve PaxEx

Pittsburgh International Airport’s (PIT) new terminal will deliver more open spaces, fewer logjams, calming (though sometimes thought-provok... Continue Reading

Press Release: KeyState, CNX advancing hydrogen and SAF hub at PIT

To accelerate regional and national hydrogen and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) development, KeyState Energy (KeyState), CNX Resources Corp... Continue Reading

"Welcome to Pittsburgh" signage at the airport.

PIT is on the march with new airlines, routes and tech hub buzz

There’s excitement in the air at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and it’s almost palpable. British Airways, which returned to t... Continue Reading

The nose of the Allegiant aircraft as it is being boarded via ramp

Enjoying PIE and the sky on Allegiant flight from St. Pete to PIT

Convincing my partner to celebrate New Year’s Eve with me in Tampa took a bit of convincing so I was eager to sweeten the proposition by sco... Continue Reading

Pittsburgh International Airport childcare center is brightly lit by a large windows. Many toys fill the room.

Press Release: PIT celebrates grand opening of new childcare center

Finding childcare is one of the biggest challenges working parents face. For workers at Pittsburgh International Airport, it just got easier... Continue Reading

Rendering of the new JFK Terminal One entrance. There is a large globe with the letters "JFK". This terminal will be run with solar power.

JFK joins growing list of airports turning to the sun to cut emissions

New York JFK’s New Terminal One will be powered by a solar microgrid aimed at reducing greenhouse-gas emissions and increasing resilie... Continue Reading

Pittsburgh International Airport has installed more than 9,000 solar panels as part of its new first-of-its-kind microgrid. This is a field of solar panels

Sustainability and savings drive Pittsburgh Airport microgrid

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) recently celebrated a full year’s operation of its microgrid project, which features an on-site natur... Continue Reading

Nellie Bly statue close up. She is wearing a plaid overcoat and a small brown hat.

Statue of famed journalist and traveler, Nellie Bly, lands at PIT

Travelers passing through Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) are used to being greeted by — and taking selfies with — the colorful, life... Continue Reading

Press Release: PIT is first major US airport powered by a microgrid

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) on Wednesday became the first airport in the world to be completely powered by natural gas and solar ... Continue Reading

Tree-like columns and an undulating roof will be signature elements of the new terminal's interior. (Rendering courtesy of Gensler + HDR in association with luis vidal + architects)

Press Release: Airlines approve restart of new PIT terminal

Airlines serving Pittsburgh International Airport have approved restarting a critical infrastructure project that will advance the region’s ... Continue Reading

PIT Launched xBridge Innovation Center in November 2020 - Credit PIT

Press Release: Carnegie Mellon teams with PIT for smart lav cleaning

A group of Carnegie Mellon University students aim to use advanced technology to increase the efficiency of one of the most basic functions ... Continue Reading

Aircraft flying overhead with green trees in view

Pittsburgh Airport chief talks COVID testing and industry recovery

Whether people are traveling now or planning a trip in the future when they feel more comfortable, Pittsburgh International Airport wants tr... Continue Reading

Hnads in blue gloves with a test tube and cotton swab

Press Release: Pittsburgh Airport to offer optional COVID-19 testing

As part of enhancing public health and safety measures and peace of mind for travelers, Pittsburgh International Airport is joining several ... Continue Reading