Pittsburgh celebrated a major milestone with the ribbon cutting of its new $1.7 billion Pittsburgh International Airport terminal, marking the culmination of years of planning and collaboration among local, state, and federal partners. The project created 14,300 jobs, generated $2.5 billion in economic activity, and used no local tax dollars, underscoring its wide-reaching economic and community impact. Officials hailed the new terminal as both a symbol of Pittsburgh’s identity and a catalyst for continued growth in Pennsylvania.

The new terminal was designed by Gensler, HDR, and Luis Vidal + Architects, with PJ Dick/Hunt serving as the construction manager, Turner Construction Co. handled the parking garage and transportation complex, and Jacobs, Paslay Management Group, and Michael Baker International provided program design and management support.

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Originally published: October 14, 2025