Congressman Deluzio and Congresswoman Lee Announce $11 Million Federal Funding for Pittsburgh International Airport Upgrades
Congressman Chris Deluzio and Congresswoman Summer Lee have announced that Pittsburgh International Airport will receive $11,023,181 in federal funding. This allocation, provided by the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), is specifically designated for significant upgrades to Runway 10L/28R. The project encompasses improvements to both the lighting systems and the pavement of the runway. The primary objectives of these upgrades are to extend the operational lifespan of the runway, mitigate the occurrence of foreign object debris, enhance the ride quality for aircraft, and ultimately bolster the overall safety of the airfield. Both Deluzio and Lee underscored the critical role Pittsburgh International Airport plays as a key economic engine for the surrounding region, emphasizing the necessity of maintaining reliable and modern infrastructure to support this function. Airport CEO Christina Cassotis also highlighted the importance of this investment for reliabi...
