Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) hosted 25 Very Important Puppies (VIPs) for a special event on November 4. German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, and Labrador/Golden Retriever mixes.

Philadelphia Police Department (PPD) Communication Dispatcher Barbara Miller and Department of Aviation Communications Center Operator II Affaf Aitidir recently received the “Teamwork Makes the Dream Work” award in Philadelphia International Airport’s (PHL) Employee Recognition Program. This distinction acknowledges employees who create a positive guest experience through service and delivery while collaborating with other organizations. 

Prime Flight Aviation - American Airlines Baggage Service Agent Jeavon Johnson recently received the “Impression Makers” award from Philadelphia International Airport’s (PHL) Employee Recognition Program. This award recognizes customer-facing employees who provide direct customer service to passengers.   

TSA Supervisor Rafiu Adekanmbi recently received the “Teamwork Makes the Dream Work” award in Philadelphia International Airport’s (PHL) Employee Recognition Program. This distinction acknowledges employees who create a positive guest experience through service and delivery while collaborating with other organizations. 

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) engineers have completed the design phase of a comprehensive Taxiway S reconstruction project. This work includes removing existing asphalt, replacing the base material, and repaving the surface. Spanning from the intersections with Taxiway N and Taxiway U, this project will provide suitable pavement for aircraft movement forecasted through the end of 2040. Additional design components include upgrades to airfield LED lighting, signage, and drainage system improvements. 

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is currently in the midst of a multi-phased Fire Alarm/Prevention Upgrades Program. The first phase included an airport-wide upgrade of audio and visual notification system associated with the Fire Alarm and Detection System. The second phase replaced sensors and enhanced ventilation systems to meet safety occupancy requirements.

JetBlue Airways Airport Operations crew member Kaisha Mercado recently received the “Caring Support” award in Philadelphia International Airport's (PHL) Employee Recognition Program. This award recognizes employees who provide exceptional care and services to seniors, families with young children, disabled passengers, and others with special needs.   

Have a family member flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or a good friend coming to town for a visit? Wouldn’t it be great to walk them to or meet them at their gate? Maybe you’d like to shop or eat at one of PHL’s 150 concessions. With the new PHL Wingmate Guest Pass, nonticketed guests can apply for a one-day pass to access PHL’s terminals, post-security, from 6 am-10 pm. The program takes off November 1.  

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) experienced a fast-moving thunderstorm. A Rocky Airlines flight on final approach for Runway 27L encountered severe windshear and a microburst forced the aircraft down onto the ground, breaking it in two.

Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) Deputy Manager of Airport Operations Thomas Whalen recently received the “Impression Makers” award from Philadelphia International Airport’s (PHL) Employee Recognition Program. This award recognizes customer-facing employees who provide direct customer service to passengers.