Pittsburgh International Airport

Big news for Pittsburgh travelers! Starting this winter, American Airlines is launching a new nonstop seasonal route to one of the Caribbean's hottest destinations ?? Beginning Dec. 6, American will offer direct flights between Pittsburgh and Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. ??? The flights will run every Saturday through April 11, 2026. Read more about this exciting announcement here ?? https://lnkd.in/eKuxWqVP

We want to focus on developing strategies to strengthen our airport and the region. This forward-thinking approach positions PIT as a community partner and economic driver, and the new terminal opening this year will bring more innovations. See how we're supporting the local economy by watching the video below ??

"The prevailing, overarching goal was resilience and redundancy, to be a site-hardened airport," our CEO Christina Cassotiss said to the Pittsburgh Business Times on Friday regarding PIT's microgrid that ensures uninterrupted power during outages. Read more about how PIT is protected against power failures like the one at Heathrow Airport this week ?? https://brnw.ch/21wRvDz

NEW STORE ALERT?? We’re thrilled to announce that Duquesne Supply Co. is now open in our airside terminal! This store is all about celebrating local Pittsburgh pride, offering a unique piece of the city to take with you on your travels ?? ?? A few of the apparel, snacks, and accessories offered by local brands include love, Pittsburgh, Garbella, Soyil Candles, and Spectrum Fudge,

In addition to offering 62 nonstop routes from Pittsburgh, airlines have started to add special nonstop flights to cities hosting major sporting events. ?? American Airlines is the latest to offer a unique route from Pittsburgh to Louisville for the Kentucky Derby this year on May 1. Read more about this recent trend here ?? https://brnw.ch/21wRsAC

Let's talk about our current baggage claim situation. We're dealing with eight miles of travel time from plane to claim. Our new terminal's baggage system was designed with the passenger in mind. Check out a handful of key changes below ?? ? State-of-the-art baggage handling system ? Shorter luggage travel time from plane to baggage claim ? Eight new, larger baggage claim carousels ? Modernized electronic informational displays ? More open waiting spaces with quick access from baggage claim to parking, rental cars, public transportation and ridesharing options These innovative updates will help passengers end their travel day quicker and with way less stress ??

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating trailblazing women in aviation like Helen Richey. A McKeesport native, she co-piloted with Amelia Earhart and became the first female commercial pilot at 25. Learn more about Helen and more remarkable women here ?? https://lnkd.in/eRwnu_Jg

As we transform our airport, one key focus is improving mobility for seniors, pregnant women, children and people with disabilities or vision impairments. You'll see this in raised pedestrian walkways, more passenger seating options and redesigned high-contrast signage for better readability. It's all about making the airport accessible and comfortable for everyone ?? and you can read more about our Universal Design plans here ?? https://brnw.ch/21wRnUb ?? Pictures include our sensory room, Presley's Place, one of four new adult changing restrooms being installed and a newly renovated gate area.

We're excited to see our Icelandair nonstop flight to Reykjavik, Iceland, resume on April 17. The earlier resumption of service adds opportunities for travelers looking to visit Iceland earlier in the spring and expands European connections from Pittsburgh ?? ?? Read more about this important international route here ?? https://brnw.ch/21wRkIf

?? Carnegie Mellon University alum Blake Scholl is at the forefront of reviving supersonic commercial flights with his company, Boom Supersonic. In January, Boom’s XB-1—the world’s first independently developed supersonic passenger jet—shattered the sound barrier. Learn more about their mission to make supersonic travel affordable and accessible to everyone here ?? https://brnw.ch/21wRjk9