Congressman Deluzio Celebrates More than $10 Million for Pittsburgh Airport to Upgrade Terminal Terraces, Taxiways, and Emergency Generators

CARNEGIE, PA - Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) announced $10,741,043 in federal funding to continue upgrading the new terminal at the Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). The U.S. Department of Transportation through the Federal Aviation Administration awards this money, which will further improve the new terminal experience for Western Pennsylvanians.

"Our airport is more than a place to catch flights-it's a big employer and an economic center for the region," said Congressman Deluzio. "I'm excited about all the progress that's been made to give Western Pennsylvania a top-notch airport-and this funding will help complete that mission."

"We're grateful for the continued support from Congressman Deluzio and our entire federal delegation in our ongoing airport transformation," said Christina Cassotis, Allegheny County Airport Authority CEO. "With the help of these awards, we are investing in our infrastructure to ensure the strong future of aviation in this region. Our new terminal is the front door for our region and it's important that it reflects the thriving Pittsburgh of today while providing a modern, efficient travel experience."

This money comes to PIT from the Department of Transportation in three installments for the following work:

• $5,527,109 to reconstruct 700,000 square feet of existing terminal that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds the final phase of the terminal project, which consists of construction of the north and south airside terraces.
• $4,013,934 to rehabilitate 4,300 feet of existing pavement in Taxiway B and 3,000 feet of existing pavement in Taxiway C. This will help maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and minimize foreign object debris to extend Taxiway B and Taxiway C's useful lives.
• $1,200,000 to replace two existing electrical emergency generators that have reached the end of their useful lives.

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