Pittsburgh’s two airports, Allegheny County Airport (AGC) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), continue to prioritize safety, modern facilities and a positive travel experience for passengers.
Established in 1931, Allegheny County Airport has long supported both corporate and recreational aviation. It remains an important gateway for nearby universities, financial and corporate operations, research institutions and internationally recognized medical centers, offering convenient access for business and personal travel.
AGC hosts a range of aviation services, including a respected aviation maintenance school, air medical transport providers, flight training programs and two fixed-base operators. The field supports several corporate aircraft as well as numerous private planes, creating a busy hub for general aviation activity.
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The AGC Authority emphasizes the health and security of employees and travelers. In response to COVID-19 it has adopted enhanced safety measures, building on existing industry standards to protect visitors and staff now and in the future.
As travel resumes, the authority launched a systemwide initiative called PIT Safe Travels. Aligned with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the program strengthens health protocols throughout airport facilities and promotes best practices to reduce the spread of infectious germs, helping to restore traveler confidence.
In line with federal requirements, both of Pittsburgh’s primary airports currently require face coverings during TSA screening and while waiting in airport public areas. Travelers who do not comply may be denied entry; the mandate is in force through May 11.
Pittsburgh International Airport is also advancing a long-term plan to upgrade its terminals. The Terminal Modernization Program, announced in September 2017, is a multi-phase, billion-dollar effort to replace aging hub facilities with a new, consolidated terminal. The project is designed to better serve passengers, reflect Pittsburgh’s character and bring the airport up to modern standards.
Early construction work, originally scheduled for April 2020, was postponed due to the pandemic. Since that delay, the TMP team has coordinated with airlines and stakeholders to reassess plans and incorporate public health considerations into project timelines and procedures.
With planning adjustments completed, the team aims to resume early site work this month and begin laying the terminal foundation in early June. If the schedule holds, the new terminal could open by 2024, marking a significant upgrade for air travel in the region.