August 2023 Escalator Update: What’s Up is Down, and What’s Down is Up
Pensacola International Airport has been working on the replacement of the “down” escalator, and now plans to start the replacement process for the “up” escalator soon.
Pensacola International Airport Wins Commercial Service Airport Project of the Year Award for Project Titan
Pensacola International Airport has been honored with the prestigious Commercial Service Airport Project of the Year award for their groundbreaking Project Titan. This exceptional recognition celebrates their cutting-edge 177,000 sq. ft. MRO facility, developed in collaboration with ST Engineering. The project marks a milestone in airport development, sustainability, efficiency, and safety, furthering the region’s economic growth. With plans to create over 1,700 jobs and its commitment to advancing careers and educational opportunities, the airport solidifies its position as a catalyst for progress and a leader in the aviation industry.
Year in Review: 2022 at Pensacola International Airport
The Year that Was…2022
It’s hard to believe another year has passed, so we thought it would be fun to look back at 2022 and recap some of the past year’s highlights.
At the beginning of 2022, PNS and the airline industry were experiencing a major rebound from the pandemic. Like many businesses, the airlines were trying to keep up with the massive ebb and flow of travel demand.
Hurricane Season Ending, But Preparation and Training Never Stop
With the 2022 hurricane season ending (we hope) on November 30th, we thought we’d peel back the curtain and give a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to get our favorite airport ready for Jim Cantore, er, impending tropical weather.Â
PNS Opens First-in-Region Customs and Border Protection Facility for General Aviation
Pensacola International Airport (PNS) recently celebrated the opening of a new Customs and Border Protection (CBP) facility to more efficiently screen international passengers arriving on private flights.
Airport, City and Hyatt Hotel Collaborate on Angel Tree Campaign for Local Families
Airport, City and Hyatt Hotel Collaborate on Angel Tree Campaign for Local Families After a record-setting year for air travel, the team at Pensacola International Airport, City Hall, and the Airport Hyatt Hotel are working together to give back to the community this holiday season.  Employees at all three organizations teamed up to help several Pensacola …
Making Way for Expansion
This past week, Pensacola International Airport said goodbye to the former air traffic control tower and terminal radar approach control building, clearing the way for future expansion as the airport continues to see record-breaking numbers. Located on the north end of the terminal, the building that was for decades the work area of air traffic …
Pensacola International Airport Prepares for Impacts from Hurricane Zeta
PENSACOLA, FL – Hurricane Zeta is a strong Category 2 hurricane with sustained winds of 110mph. Pensacola is anticipating tropical storm force winds and rain in the evening hours of Wednesday and into Thursday morning. Pensacola International Airport, along with our airlines, is making preparations for the weather event. These conditions will impact flights in …
Hurricane Zeta Making Its Way to the Gulf Coast
PENSACOLA, FL – Both Escambia County and the City of Pensacola have declared a State of Emergency in response to Tropical Storm, nor Hurricane Zeta. As of 7am CDT, Zeta is moving toward the north near 17 mph (28 km/h). A faster northward to north-northeastward motion is expected to begin later this morning. On the forecast …
