For Immediate Release  January 7, 2019 RALEIGH – North Carolina’s publicly owned airports contribute more than $52 billion to the state’s economy and support 307,000 jobs, according to a report released by the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation....

The Piedmont Triad International Airport is prepared to welcome travelers during the coming weeks. “PTI staff and our many partners are prepared to offer a safe, secure, and efficient customer experience during the holiday travel period,” said Executive Director Kevin...

10/16/2018 PTI is excited to announce that the FAA is preparing to move ahead with a new Air Traffic Control Tower at our airport for approximately $40.9 million. Washington, DC—The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investing...

For Immediate Release: September 13, 2018 The latest forecast from the National Hurricane Center continues to show Florence tracking toward the southeastern United States.   Most Airlines report that they plan to maintain normal flight schedules; however there...

For Immediate Release: September 11, 2018 The latest forecast from the National Hurricane Center shows Florence tracking toward the southeastern United States by later in the week.  This event may have an impact on flights arriving/departing PTI. We strongly encourage...

For Immediate Release September 7, 2018 Piedmont Triad – The first week of September was a big week for Piedmont Triad International Airport. In the space of 48 hours, PTI added Spirit Airlines to its roster of passenger airlines, and saw FedEx increase its cargo...

9/4/2018 WHO: Piedmont Triad residents wanting the chance to win a trip and leave immediately! WHAT: Guests who arrive in-person to Piedmont Triad International Airport with their bags packed can enter two separate drawings to qualify for a free trip to a Spirit...

For Immediate Release: August 22, 2018 Piedmont Triad – FedEx will expand its activity at PTI beginning on or about September 4, 2018 and will be adding as many as 400 new jobs.  The expansion will also add a net total of eight new FedEx flights at the airport, nearly...

Improving Economy and Greater Demand Spur Growth For Immediate Release: August 16, 2018   Piedmont Triad – The FedEx Express Mid-Atlantic Hub at the Piedmont Triad International Airport will add approximately 400 employees over the next several months, according...

Nine new international destinations and five new domestic routes begin in September 2018 MIRAMAR, Fla., (June 14, 2018) – From a tranquil rainforest, to a bustling metropolis, to the crystal waters of the Caribbean, the options for exotic culture and cuisine are...

For Immediate Release: June 14, 2018 The next phase of the Runway 5R-23L Rehabilitation project will start on Monday, June 18, 2018. The Runway will be closed entirely for this phase. We anticipate the contractor re-opening the runway near the end of October 2018....

MIRAMAR, Fla., June 12, 2018 – Whether you’re looking to theme park hop or hop onto a beautiful beach, Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is set to whisk the Piedmont Triad away to sunny Florida with ultra-low fares! Beginning September 6, 2018, Spirit will begin service...

Enplanements at the airport continue to show strong growth Piedmont Triad - The number of people flying from Piedmont Triad International Airport has continued a strong pattern of growth through the first quarter of 2018, and at least one airline is responding with...

A Full Scale Emergency Exercise will be conducted at the Piedmont Triad International Airport on Wednesday, April 25th at 9:00 a.m. This exercise is required by the Federal Aviation Administration to be held every three years. The exercise is a joint training session...

The Piedmont Triad Airport Authority and Wrangler have joined forces to bring 4 Jeansboro Jean Statues to the interior of PTI.  Four artists living and working in the Piedmont Triad area were selected from a group of 25 submissions.  The goal is to encourage and...

More than 60 sponsors and 1,400 runners step up for charities Piedmont Triad, NC – For nine years, runners have stepped out onto the 9,000-foot runway at Piedmont Triad International Airport to attempt a personal best time on the flat course and to raise money for...

Over the next few years, PTI will be implementing a phased rehabilitation of the Runway 5R/23L system.  This will include repair/replacement of runway and taxiway pavement, electrical systems, signage, etc.  Runway 5R/23L is the primary runway at PTI and this work...

$60 Million Aerospace Facility at Airport will Employ up to 500 New Hires Piedmont Triad - HAECO Americas, one of the world’s leading aircraft repair and maintenance organizations, has completed construction work on a new hangar at Piedmont Triad International...

The Project: The Piedmont Triad Airport Authority (PTAA) is now opening up the search for artists with a call for two-dimensional paintings, photographs, mixed media, small, three-dimensional sculpture and large outdoor sculpture.  This project is open to all artists...

PTI will soon become the Central North Carolina International Airport For Immediate Release: December 19 ,2017 The Piedmont Triad Airport Authority voted today to begin the process of changing the name of the Piedmont Triad International Airport to the Central North...

A Guilford County Schools Art Project Brings the Fountain to Life For Immediate Release - November 6, 2017 A student art exhibition that uses recycled plastic water bottles to create a colorful, water-inspired wonderland in the outdoor fountain at the Piedmont Triad...

4 Wrangler Jeansboro Jean Statues Coming to PTI For Immediate Release: September 26, 2017     The Project: The Piedmont Triad International Airport and Wrangler are joining forces to bring 4 Jeansboro Jean Statues to the interior of the Airport.   Artists living and...

TSA PreCheck For Immediate Release September 19, 2017 Greensboro, N.C. – Piedmont Triad International Airport will offer TSA Pre✓® enrollment sessions on-site from October 23 - 27, providing a convenient opportunity for air travelers to take part in the popular...

The proposed final state Republican budget would provide money for upgrades to Piedmont Triad International Airport and new money to attract or retain film production in North Carolina.   The proposed budget, released Monday night, does not contain an N.C. Senate...