Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is unveiling its new Kids Play Area today. The previous play area, known as Kidsport, was one of the first airport spaces designed for children when it opened in 1983. The decision to move it closer to the center of the terminal and expand its footprint by about 30 percent provided PIT’s Experience and Design team the opportunity to reshape the space with a focus on universal access, creating environments that are comfortable, convenient and welcoming to all. It was constructed by members of PIT’s Field and Facilities Maintenance teams.
Siri Betts-Sonstegard explained that the airport conducted extensive research to understand the needs of families traveling with children and used that research to thoughtfully design the Kids Play Area to meet those needs and reduce barriers for travelers. PIT has the distinction of being the first airport or transportation center to receive the innovative solutions for Universal Design certification (isUD) from the University at Buffalo’s Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access (IDEA Center).
Read more at Airport Improvement.
Originally published: February 11, 2026
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