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✈️ Fly from Pittsburgh to over 60 nonstop destinations! Follow for news, alerts, travel jokes, yinzer culture, and cute dog pics. New terminal coming in 2025!
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Joined March 2009
TSA PRECHECK MOVES TOMORROW!. ✔️ Alternate checkpoint is on our ticketing level.✔️ CLEAR and CLEAR PRECHECK PASSENGERS: Use the main checkpoint ONLY .✔️ After 7 a.m., the checkpoints will return to normal.✔️ The main checkpoint will be dedicated to non-precheck passengers
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.@SecretaryPete visited PIT today to talk about the new terminal construction, infrastructure investment and other exciting innovations. But at the end of a long day, nothing is better than some #PITPAWS puppy love.
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We are shocked and saddened at the passing of Steelers legend Franco Harris. For all of his amazing accomplishments on the field, we appreciated even more the kindness and humility he displayed off of it. We hope his family finds peace and comfort in the coming days and weeks.
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A terrible towel wave as the inaugural nonstop from Seattle on @AlaskaAir pulls up to gate B31 with a black and gold bonus: the pilots are from Pittsburgh! #HereWeGo #emeraldandsteel
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To honor Franco Harris at PIT, his iconic Immaculate Reception figure has moved to the Center Core at the top of the escalators in the Airside Terminal. There is also a table with condolence books for travelers to sign or share their memories of Franco and his legacy.
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@yvrairport @LilTunechi Hope we aren't too late to the game 😉 @JoeManganiello on the black and yellow! @FlyYOW @BBishopAirport @FlyTPA @FlyYOW #AirportTwitter
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Au revoir, @airfrance! This big guy is headed for @Dulles_Airport after stopping at PIT for a gas-n-go.
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This is Hercules. He is spending #ValentinesDay taking photos and receiving lots of pats from passengers at PIT today. 12/10 for being a member of the #PITPAWS airport therapy dog team and for being a total flirt. @dog_rates
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Airport employees are ready to cheer on our @steelers on Sunday! #HereWeGo We are #BurghProud!@vstpgh
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Last night we welcomed this @emirates A380 heading from Dubai to JFK, diverted due to weather! Safe travels, and stop by any time! 😎✈️
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As @united flight 648 pulled up to Gate A12 at Pittsburgh International on Nov. 8, family members, local dignitaries and military representatives held flags, saluted and placed hands over their hearts - after 74 years, a hero was coming home. Full story:
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Only "cup" the city has had in almost 50 years, so we can let them have this one, right?
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We get to look at the greatest moment in NFL history every day here at the airport, but you can vote for it by going to and voting for @francoharrishof #ImmaculateReception!
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Don't stop retrievin'. hold on to that feelin'! 🎶 Golden moments at PIT this morning with a few members of the #PITPAWS therapy dog team!
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With flight schedules dramatically reduced, the planes have to go somewhere. Luckily, we have lots of space on the airfield. So we're hosting these beauties for American Airlines until they're needed again, hopefully very soon.
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That morning glow! 🔆 This picture perfectly shows off our new terminal, lit up and ready for a busy day ✈️. 📸 by Taylor Hardy
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Announcing new year-round nonstop service to London on @British_Airways! #BALovesPittsburgh
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We got some snow last night, @British_Airways, but let us introduce you to a Pittsburgh tradition: the parking chair. Once a parking space is shoveled out, the chair means no one else can use it. We've got your spot saved for @HeathrowAirport to PIT. 🇬🇧✈️🇺🇸
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NEW ROUTE ANNOUNCEMENT! You asked, and we delivered. Delta Air Lines is bringing back their nonstop route to Salt Lake City! 🎉 ✈️ Read more about the resuming route here:
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Big news! @primantibros will open its first airport location at Pittsburgh International next spring! The airport restaurant will feature a full bar with a wide selection of draft and bottled beers and Primanti’s fabled cocktails.
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@steelers first-round draft pick Broderick Jones landed at PIT and was immediately greeted by #steelernation 🖤💛
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As a gesture of appreciation today and on future Fridays, airport staff will deliver lunches to 200 federal workers at PIT including @TSA agents working w/out pay. Agents say passengers have been leaving notes and other kindnesses thanking them since the govt shutdown began.
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We were honored to have @FLOTUS Dr. Jill Biden, Secretary of Transportation @SecretaryPete and Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su at PIT today! They praised our workforce development initiatives which include #PIT2Work, the Terminal Modernization Program, and childcare center 👏
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.@steelers first-round pick touching down at Pittsburgh International today! Pleased to be the first stop on the tour of his new home! Welcome to Pittsburgh, @rell_island6!
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Here we go, @steelers! Here we go! Check out our firefighters’ #Francoing with Franco! PIT is the only place in the world where you can recreate the legendary pose right next to @francoharrishof’s figure!
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The new terminal at PIT will create a more efficient and enjoyable experience for travelers, with three times the amount of covered parking, reduced time from curbside to airside and a more spacious security checkpoint area. #PITtransformed
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Welcome @cathaypacific! New twice-weekly cargo service lands at PIT on a Boeing 777-300ER demonstrating our region’s increasing significance as a more efficient international logistics center.
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From the new terminal construction site to the current terminal, we're READY for the @steelers to WIN this Sunday 💛 🏈 🖤.#HEREWEGO @SteelersUnite
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BA IS BACK!. We’re excited to announce that the @British_Airways direct flight from PIT to @HeathrowAirport is resuming in 2022! Go to to book tickets now.
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This afternoon we accommodated multiple diversions due to inclement weather in the D.C. area. Luckily, it was a beautiful day at PIT to welcome this @airfrance A380 (A388) from Paris! 😎
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This is interesting! 👀 Since last July, Rome, Athens, Prague and Venice have been among the top European destinations for connecting travelers on the @british_airways Pittsburgh-London flight. India is another top market to Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Mumbai ✈️
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Don’t worry yinz, we’ve got you covered with special floor markings in ‘Pittsburghese’ to offer guidelines on 6-foot distancing! #PITSafeTravels
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Grounded aircraft are finding a place to park at PIT and other U.S. airports. Nearly 100 planes are lined up on our airfield. More from Blue Sky News here:
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A huge reception for the first @British_Airways flight in 20 years to land at PIT, all the way from @HeathrowAirport! Welcome, yinz! #BALovesPittsburgh
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A cool shot of the approaching storm and cold front taken by our Ops staff from between A and B gates earlier this evening. @NWSPittsburgh
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We had a very large unexpected guest last night when this @qatarairways Boeing "Triple Seven" was diverted to PIT after taking off from @HIAQatar in Doha nearly 12 hours earlier. No, that's not a toy fire truck. @Boeing 777s are HUGE - the largest twinjet in the world.
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It’s “32” days left till kickoff Steeler Nation! Franco gets it.😉
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The first @British_Airways flight to Pittsburgh in 20 years is boarding in a few hours at @HeathrowAirport! Can't wait to see everyone on this side of the pond!
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Welcome @steelers No.1 pick @ohthatsNajee22 to Pittsburgh! We have a thing for RBs named Harris here. PIT is the first stop on your way to lots of yards and TDs - maybe we’ll have a statue of you here someday, too! #HereWeGo!
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Sending the @steelers charter, an @AmericanAir A330, off to @KCIAirport with a #TerribleTowel wave from airport employees. #HereWeGo
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Welcome to PIT, @primantibros! We're excited to have the chance to offer people from around the world a taste – literally – of everything the city has to offer. Read more about this morning's grand opening here:
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Welcome to the City of Champions, gentlemen!.
Vancouver ➡️ Pittsburgh. Our guys will be arriving soon at the @PITairport for Prospect Development Camp. #NHLDraft recap:
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This morning, family, friends and a water cannon salute welcomed @AmericanAir Captain Moore as he taxied to the gate one last time. After 40 years of flying, the Pittsburgh native is hanging up his wings. We thank him for his service and wish him a happy retirement!
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The custom livery on Air Force One features @PPG-made coatings, sealants, and transparencies. Pittsburgh has played a prominent role in building this nation and its most iconic aircraft.
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Cheers! @British_Airways🇬🇧 just landed 🛩 back in the Burgh! We’re beyond excited to offer Pittsburgh travelers nonstop flights to and from London @HeathrowAirport. Time to go book that European trip!
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Pleased, we were, to have this visitor a few weeks ago from a galaxy far, far away…@DENAirport. We hope to see it again soon. In the meantime, #MayThe4thBeWithYou!
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Today we had the honor of sending off one of the final @Delta #MD88 flights. N910DE departed for @ATLairport at 7 a.m. and is one of Delta's 20+ remaining McDonnell Douglas aircraft to retire. In total, Delta's "Mad Dogs" have carried more than 750 million pax since 1987.
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Big air service news! Today @United announced 4 new flights from PIT and 1st-ever nonstops to Hilton Head Island Airport and @flypensacola. Other new routes starting in late May and running through summer include @portlandjetport and @iflyCHS.
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“I’ve never done anything that has impacted so many people.” Find out how an airport employee's four-year-old son inspired Pittsburgh International Airport’s industry-leading sensory-friendly space:
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MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT! 📣 You asked and we HEARD YOU! We have 15 new concessions opening at PIT. Healthy options ✔️ Coffee ✔️ Deli/Sandwiches ✔️ Read here for the full list ➡️ But we’ll leave you with this. @shakeshack is coming 👏 🍔
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Thank you, @TODAYshow, for featuring our new sensory-friendly room Presley’s Place! Share 4-year-old Presley's story to show the world how important these spaces are for making travel accessible to everyone.
We have a first look at a very special place called the “sensory room” at Pittsburgh International Airport. The room serves as a sort of refuge for kids and adults with autism.
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Heavy storms on the East Coast have led to some unexpected guests at PIT, including an @airfrance A380! We're sorry that some travelers' plans were disrupted, but we're always happy to help our airline partners!
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It's exciting to see updated drone footage of our new terminal! Things to look for:. 👯 First terrazzo flooring poured.🎒Faster baggage claim system.✈️ Floor to ceiling plane spotting.🌲 Outdoor spaces . Beautiful terminal designed by @luisvidalArchs ⬇️
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Just a few months ago, more than 100 planes were parked on our airfield. Today, we’re down to 31. As flights and passengers gradually return, we’re beyond excited to see these birds reclaiming their place in the sky!
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For the first time ever, Pittsburgh will have a direct air connection with China through seasonal charter service to Shanghai in August. Flights on China Eastern Airlines will establish Pittsburgh as a gateway for hundreds of Chinese visitors this year!
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🌩️⚡️It didn’t send anyone back to the future, but a bolt of lightning did punch a 3-by-3 foot hole in runway 10L/28R last week! Learn why you may be stuck on a plane during summer thunderstorms here:
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The ceremonial groundbreaking of PIT’s new terminal is happening today! It’s more than a smarter facility. It’s about building a new front door to Pittsburgh and showing all the promise and possibilities of this great city.
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From Pittsburgh to Iceland, then. Rome, Madrid, Dublin and many more European destinations. Book @Icelandair's $499 round-trip deal before it ends on Wednesday, Nov 8! Fly nonstop from PGH starting in June 2024 ✈️ #icelandair
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This meal just cost me $78 at Pittsburgh International Airport. This is why @primantibros at the airport just hits different! 😉 @JetBlue ya feel us?
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We are excited to have another legendary figure at PIT! Today, trailblazing journalist and Pittsburgh native Nellie Bly joined Franco Harris and George Washington in our terminals on her 158th birthday. Welcome, Nellie!
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Guess who "touched down" at PIT? @kennypickett10, the Steelers first round draft pick is back home. The quarterback was announced by @francoharrishof and he stopped by the hall of famer's statue to take a picture!
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And the ribbon is cut to officially welcome #Qatarairwayscargo to PIT and our region! #goingplacestogether
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This has been a messy winter storm, but our snow crews have been on the job since 2 a.m., keeping the runways clear and the airport operating normally. Thank you for your hard work!
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For visitors and travelers observing #AshWednesday today, ashes will be administered in the Interfaith Room from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. as part of the national #AshesToGo program. The room is on the mezzanine level in the Airside Terminal.
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After every storm, there’s a rainbow. While our nation and industry may be experiencing some turbulence right now, we know that brighter days are ahead. #FindARainbowDay
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Fly from Pittsburgh nonstop to London SEVEN DAYS A WEEK starting in March! 🇬🇧 Service between the two cities has gone so well, British Airways is adding another day to this popular route. Read more about this exciting news ➡️
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Our friends at @AlaskaAir operate a direct flight to @flySEA every day, and sometimes they bring very cool liveries with them.
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After 32 years of flying, Pittsburgh native and @JetBlue captain Emerick Aulicino knew exactly where he wanted his last flight to be. This morning, we had the chance to welcome him home with a water canon salute for his retirement. Read the full story:
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It’s an amazing day welcoming 300+ visitors from China on the first nonstop flight from Shanghai! Thanks to our performers, Mandarin-speaking volunteers and media for attending the welcome celebration on the tarmac! #ChinaCharters @vstpgh @IdeaFoundryPGH
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Today, @MLB players will wear No. 21 in honor of @Pirates legend and humanitarian Roberto Clemente. We’re also “wearing” No. 21 with digital signs throughout the terminal. For Pittsburgh and beyond, Clemente’s spirit continues to outshine the diamond he played on. #ClementeDay
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This is BIG! Airport, airline and business officials, along with @ACE_Fitzgerald, to announce new international destination, new carrier today at 11 am on Ticketing Level.
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Did you know Pittsburgh International is one of the few U.S. airports to have a beekeeping program? In honor of the #firstdayofspring, learn about PIT's three apiaries, which house roughly 700,000 bees: 🌷🐝
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Today, @cathaypacific in partnership with Unique Logistics, launched twice-weekly cargo service. Operated on a Boeing 777-300ER, the service demonstrates our region’s significance as an international logistics center & alternative to congested hubs. More:
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We've waited nearly a year for new nonstop flights to Seattle on @AlaskaAir. On Thursday, we'll celebrate the inaugural departure at 5PM! Who's off to the Emerald City? #EmeraldandSteel
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Thanks to @PghFoodBank for their tireless work in providing for our region. We're pleased to offer our facilities and volunteer assistance to support our neighbors in today's food distribution at PIT.
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With two celebrations in one night, we'd say PIT gave @British_Airways a 787-sized welcome for the inaugural flight last night! Read here for more about the launch of new year-round nonstop service to London Heathrow: #BAlovesPittsburgh
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Hey @united, we love the new look! The only aircraft currently flying with United's new livery touched down at PIT this afternoon from Denver! Follow the 737 here:
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When we broke ground for Pittsburgh’s airport of the future, we did it with the help of our community. Click here for full coverage of today's ceremonial groundbreaking for our $1.4 billion Terminal Modernization Program.
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Our friends at the 911th Airlift Wing officially opened a two-bay hangar today - a big step in their conversion process from flying C-130s to newer, larger C-17 aircraft. We look forward to their exciting future and continued partnership as they take on a new, global mission!
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Hey, we know that place . .
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In historic agreement, PIT becomes one of 1st North Am airports w/ nonstop charter service to China, tapping fast-growing tourism market.
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Today we pause to remember the lives lost at the Tree of Life synagogue one year ago. We will observe a moment of silence in the terminal in remembrance of the victims.
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❄️ ❄️ BEST SNOW REMOVAL TEAM IN THE BIZ ❄️ ❄️. Our airport is open and fully operational! The storm had minimal impact, with the majority of flights impacted scheduled to and from the D.C. area. ✈️ Passengers should check with their airline before arriving at the airport!
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Today is airport therapy dog Lucie's first day on the job at Pittsburgh International! Luckily, her friend Juno is here to show her the ropes! #PITPAWS
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Au revoir, @Delta to Paris! We enjoyed celebrating your return for daily flights from Pittsburgh to Paris for the summer season tonight!
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We've been named the 2017 Airport of the Year by @ATWOnline! Read more about this prestigious industry award:
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You can fly in style nonstop, year-round to London on a 787-8 Dreamliner beginning April 2019. Hear more about the aircraft from @British_Airways Simon Brooks! #BALovesPittsburgh
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The future of travel is here! Airlines have given final approval for construction of a terminal that will provide modern, cost-efficient facilities centered on tech, innovation and sustainability. Groundbreaking set for fall 2021 and opening in early 2025.
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