News Around the Airport
GOP state budget preserves airport infrastructure spending, film grants
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...
Bill Whiteheart – Master Pilot
For Immediate Release: April 25, 2017 Contact: Kimberly Hodges 336-665-5669 PTI Board Member Bill Whiteheart Recognized by FAA as ‘Master Pilot’ Piedmont Triad Airport Authority member Bill Whiteheart was awarded one of the Federal Aviation Administration’s most...
Call to Artists – April 2017
The Project: The Piedmont Triad Airport Authority (PTAA) is now opening up the search for artists with an open call for large outdoor sculptures that can be installed on 4’ x 7’ concrete bases (there is space for overhang if slightly larger). This project is open to...
Traffic Going To PTI Will Not Be Affected By Bryan Boulevard Changes
Piedmont Triad - If you are headed to the Piedmont Triad International Airport in the next few weeks, you will be able to drive to the airport on Bryan Boulevard just as you always have despite changing traffic patterns in the airport area. A contractor working for...
New Non-Stop Service to Chicago on American Airlines
Daily service between the Piedmont Triad International Airport and Chicago O’Hare (ORD) will increase dramatically beginning this summer. American Airlines has announced plans to add three daily non-stop flights between PTI and Chicago, bringing the total number of...
PTI’s 5K/10K Run on the Runway Will Keep its June Date
Piedmont Triad, NC – The Piedmont Triad Airport Authority will hold its eighth annual Run on the Runway 8 a.m. Saturday, June 3rd. The event includes a 5K run, a 10K run, a mile run/walk and a kids’ dash, with the proceeds going to fight hunger in the Piedmont Triad....
To Get Low Fares at PTI, Be Sure to Book Early
Fare survey shows that PTI has more low fares when you book 39 days out Piedmont Triad – If you book your flight early from Piedmont Triad International Airport, chances are you will get a better fare than you would get at Raleigh or Charlotte. A fare comparison...
Call for Artists – January 2017
The Project: The Piedmont Triad Airport Authority (PTAA) is now opening up the search for artists with an open call for two-dimensional paintings, photographs, mixed media and small, three-dimensional sculpture (Plexiglas cover is 24”x24”x30”) and large outdoor...
Ban on All Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phones
The FAA has placed a ban on all Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phones. Read here for more information.
PTI Officials Expect No TSA Delays As Summer Travel Increases
April 29, 2016 Piedmont Triad, NC - Despite warnings from a number of larger airports to expect delays clearing TSA security this summer, local airport officials say no anticipated delays are expected at Piedmont Triad International Airport (PTI). According to Kevin...
Piedmont Triad International Airport Becomes Member of Plug-in NC
February 22, 2016 - PTI recognized for efforts to support electric vehicles Greensboro, N.C. – The Piedmont Triad International Airport has become a member of Plug-in NC, a state-wide program to recognize locations that are supporting electric vehicles. Plug-in NC was...
PTI 5/10K on the Runway – 2016
The PTI Run on the Runway 5K/10k will be held on June 4, 2016 on the airport’s 9,000 foot runway. This certified run will benefit The Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC, Greensboro Urban Ministry and Open Door Ministries of High Point. All are invited to come...