Gov. Tom Wolf | governor.pa.gov
Gov. Tom Wolf | governor.pa.gov
Gov. Tom Wolf (D-PA) recently announced that the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) will be receiving grant funds totaling $49 million.
A release by Wolf said that the new federal grant program, the Airport Terminals Program, is through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act.
“Airports are a critical part of Pennsylvania’s transportation network,” said Wolf. “Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, these airports will have the means to make crucial terminal improvements, improving the travel experience for all.”
There are 121 public aviation facilities in Pennsylvania including airports, heliports and seaplane bases.
$24 million will be awarded to PHL for terminal improvements. This will include new restrooms, rooms for nursing mothers, gender neutral restrooms, adult assisted care restrooms and pet relief area. There will also smart and touches technology installed at the airport.
$20 million is being awarded to PIT for the Terminal Modernization Program, which includes constructing a 700,000 square-foot landslide terminal for passenger security screen checkpoints, a checked baggage inspection system, baggage handling equipment, U.S. Customs and Border Protection area and other public spaces.
$5 million is being awarded to ABE to complete a terminal connector, which includes a new four lane TSA screening checkpoint and security screening equipment.
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