Airports across the country have been mandated by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to implement Rap Back, a continuous search and reporting system of arrests and convictions through the FBI. By providing daily updates on fingerprints on file, Rap Back is expected to close the loopholes that exist between the hiring process and a felonious encounter with the authorities. 

Samuel Rodriguez, founder and executive director of Walls for Justice, Philadelphia, was contacted by Philadelphia International Airport’s exhibitions program to create a unique mural for Terminal A-East Baggage Claim.  

The Department of Transportation’s Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (ACDBE) program is designed to level the playing-field for small minority-owned businesses that participate in airport contracting opportunities. At the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), there are currently 19 ACDBE participants, including Strother Enterprises Inc., a minority-veteran-owned business that operates two PHL Food & Shops Subway franchises in the B/C food court and Terminal E.

In the coming weeks, many transatlantic routes will be returning to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). If it's been a while since you've traveled internationally, check out this video for what you need to know to make your return trip to the US as smooth as possible.

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) was awarded Uber’s Innovation Award as part of Uber’s inaugural Airport Award Initiative. PHL was recognized as the airport that adapted to facilitate consistent service to its shared riders and passengers during an unprecedented time in travel. 

Every day is Cheesesteak Day in Philadelphia, but March 24 has been officially designated as National Cheesesteak Day. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) — where travelers can enjoy cheesesteaks from 13 renowned PHL Food & Shops eateries throughout the airport—is elevating the celebration of this Philadelphia delicacy to an entire week (March 21-25). Whiz, provolone, “wit” or “witout” — passengers are invited to explore all of the cheesesteak options as they make their way from Terminal A-West to Terminal F.

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is seeing an uptick in passenger numbers with spring break season underway. Although travelers may have a long checklist of items to bring on their trips many probably will not include cyber security in that list. According to a 2018 survey by Morning Consult on behalf of IBM security, 70 percent of travelers engage in high-risk cyber behaviors while traveling.

In recognition of International Women’s Month, PHL shines the light on women who work in traditionally male dominated fields at the airport. The women in these fields are remarkable because they continue to step into roles that require skill, patience and confidence and they encourage other women to do the same.

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) has provided college students with internships and employment opportunities, including part-time jobs such as bilingual receptionists, for many years. Bilingual receptionists translate for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) while also assisting passengers with the Automated Passport Control (ACP) and global entry kiosks.

PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia’s role in Operation Allies Welcome officially ended on March 1, when the federally-led mission returned to Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Virginia. From August 28, 2021-March 1, 2022, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) welcomed 29,713 individuals evacuated from Afghanistan on 336 flights (in and outbound, live and ferry, commercial and military).