Representatives from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and American Airlines held a joint virtual town hall for airport and Greater Philadelphia region stakeholders on May 12 to discuss the 2021 summer schedule, new flights, industry updates, recovery rates and planning strategies for 2021 and beyond.
PHL and American Airlines Discuss COVID-19 Recovery and Future Planning at Air Service Development Town Hall
Where Can I Wait for my Arriving Passenger? A Brief History of the Cell Phone Lot
Instead of waiting on the shoulder of highway ramps and roads leading up to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)—something that is unsafe and could result in a $41 fine from Philadelphia Police--drivers meeting arriving guests at the airport can take advantage of the airport’s free cell phone waiting lot, located just minutes away from a
PHL Announces Kate Sullivan as Deputy Director of Strategic Partnerships
The City of Philadelphia Division of Aviation, which owns and operates Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE), has announced the selection of Kate Sullivan for the position of Deputy Director of Strategic Partnerships.
PHL Program Underway to Replace Older Explosive Detection System Machines
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) has embarked on a program to replace older Explosive Detection System (EDS) machines -- the equipment that scans passengers' checked baggage prior to it being loaded onto an aircraft-- with newer, more efficient equipment. The existing CTX9400 EDS machines will be replaced with CTX-9800 SEIOs as part of the Terminal D-E Checked Baggage Inspection System (CBIS) Recapitalization project.
PHL Signs Agreement to Collaborate with Heathrow Airport
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) announced today that it has signed a unique and targeted Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Heathrow Airport (LHR), committing both airports to working closer together to support the recovery from COVID-19.
PHL Food & Shops Preparing for Busy Summer with Job Fair
Summer 2021 will look much different than summer 2020 at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Increased flight activity and the public’s renewed interest traveling by plane to vacation destinations mean PHL’s terminals will be the most active they have been in over a year. PHL Food & Shops merchants are preparing for the busy summer season by holding a job fair at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott with more than 30 businesses on May 25, from 10 a.m.
“Airport Pam” is Someone Everyone Should Know
“I got the COVID-19 vaccine to protect myself and those around me,” said Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) Administrative Assistant Pamela Johnson. “I've also encouraged my coworkers to get vaccinated because I care about the health and safety of them and their loved ones.”
Momma Bird Makes Special Delivery at PHL
When a momma-to-be bird needed a place to make a special delivery, she made a landing at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - on one of the Division of Aviation’s Chevy Bolt electric cars.