British Airways Jet Stays Grounded in Pittsburgh
A British Airways Boeing 787-8 has been stuck at Pittsburgh International Airport for more than 70 days after a ground vehicle collision damaged its underside.
Pittsburgh Air Travel News
In Pittsburgh, air travel news means airlines, airport operations, new and dropped routes, and what flying is like for passengers. This page covers route announcements, delays, fare and fee policies, and the consumer issues that come with them.
Recent news
November 6, 2026
TSA Finds Handgun in Pittsburgh Airport Carry-OnA passenger was charged with carrying a firearm without a license after a handgun was discovered at a security checkpoint.
October 21, 2026
Nonprofit Flies Military Members Home to PittsburghThe group Miles for Military helps junior enlisted service members reunite with their families through flight grants.
October 20, 2026
Pittsburgh Airport Opens New Outdoor TerraceThe 1,000-square-foot airside space offers travelers a new outdoor area near Concourse D.
October 16, 2026
Pittsburgh Airport Approves Terminal Renovation PlanThe Allegheny County Airport Authority finalized funding for a new terminal floor, necessitating the removal of the iconic T. rex.
October 11, 2026
Pittsburgh Airport Added TSA Touchless ID LanePittsburgh International Airport has introduced a dedicated lane using facial comparison technology for identity verification.
October 2, 2026
Allegiant And Breeze Launched New Pittsburgh Flight RoutesPittsburgh International Airport added new connections to Florida via Allegiant Air and Breeze Airways this week.
September 22, 2026
Pittsburgh International Airport Flights Declined in 2026The regional hub saw flight numbers drop by 3 percent this year following the loss of Spirit Airlines.
September 22, 2026
Pittsburgh International Airport Named Airport of the YearThe facility has earned the 2027 Airport of the Year title from Air Transport World for operational excellence.
September 22, 2026
Passenger Charged After Gun Found at Pittsburgh AirportTSA officers discovered a handgun in a traveler's carry-on bag during security screening at the airport.
September 18, 2026
Pittsburgh Airport Passenger Traffic Fell in AugustPittsburgh International Airport reported 862,500 passengers in August, a 4.2% drop from the previous year.
Day to day, that means schedule changes at the region's airport, carrier additions and withdrawals, construction and terminal projects, and passenger complaints about delays, cancellations and baggage. Coverage reaches the airport itself and the flight options available to travelers across western Pennsylvania and the communities around the city. Airline and airport decisions made far from Pittsburgh often shape which routes stay on the schedule. Seasonal demand and winter weather regularly drive the cancellation and delay stories that readers search for most.