Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) has set 18th November as the date for its revamped terminal to open.
With upgrades costing US$1.7 billion, the project will elevate PIT’s infrastructure now that its days as a connections giant have come to an end. The original terminal was designed when PIT served as a US Airways hub, but has been reconfigured to improve services for origin and destination (O&D) passengers.
Able to process 15 million travellers annually, the new terminal reduces the time it takes for international passengers to reach curbside by 67%, according to PIT. Intuitive design and signage is at the heart of the rebuild to create a smooth experience.
Tech investment has also been key to the new terminal. The latest security screening services will speed passengers through departures, while baggage claim has been completely reconfigured to get luggage delivered more efficiently. Eight miles of bag belt has been cut down to three, with new technology providing additional streamlining.
The airport noted in a statement:
The new terminal and systems went through rigorous testing over the past several months, capped off by two large public trials with more than 2,000 participants providing input and feedback on their experience
PIT’s project has driven significant economic activity in the Western Pennsylvanian area. The airport claims the redevelopment has created over 14,000 new jobs and generated US$2.5 billion in economy activity.
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