On October 11, 2025, Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) officially cut the ribbon on its much-anticipated new terminal, marking a significant transition in the airport’s identity and operations. Over 300 guests from airlines, local government, labor, and community organizations gathered for the ceremony held at 9:30 a.m., which then gave way to a Community Open House that attracted more than 10,000 registered visitors.
Construction began in 2021 after years of planning and debate. The total cost of the project has escalated to US$1.7 billion, from earlier estimates closer to US$1.1 billion. The airport’s airline partners are carrying the lion’s share of the financing, and no taxpayer dollars were used in construction. This new terminal is central to PIT’s shift from being primarily a hub to becoming an origin & destination (O&D) airport. Over the past decade, PIT has expanded its network from 36 nonstop destinations to 61, and increased its airline count from 7 to 15.
Read more at Airways Magazine.
Originally published: October 14, 2025
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