Fitch Assigns Positive Outlook to Philadelphia International Airport Bonds, Affirms ‘A’ Rating

Fitch Ratings, one of the world’s leading financial ratings agencies, has assigned a positive outlook to Philadelphia International Airport’s (PHL) Revenue Bonds and affirmed its ‘A’ rating on $1.45 billion of debt. 

In its ratings report issued on September 1, Fitch cited the airport’s new airline use agreement which  “incorporates enhanced cash reserving mechanisms supportive of the airport's upcoming large capital plan (CDP), and demonstrates airline carriers' ongoing commitment to serving the airport and its service area.”

Are you a Professional Engineer in the Making?

The eighth annual Professional Engineers Day was celebrated on August 2, however, with the new school year underway, the City of Philadelphia Department of Aviation knows that professional development and potential careers are on the minds of many students. The airports' engineers want to share their experiences with high school and college students to help them better understand the path to becoming a professional engineer (PE).

According to the National Society of Professional Engineers, to become a PE, you must:

Aviation Week 2023: A Look at PHL Through the Years

In honor of Aviation Week, we reflect on the astounding growth of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). From its modest inception on a 125-acre plot in 1925, PHL has expanded to an impressive 2,598 acres — a staggering 2,078% growth. This transformation underscores the airport's unwavering commitment to progress and operational excellence.

PHL Launches Alternative Response Unit Pilot

The Philadelphia Fire Department’s (PFD) newest Alternative Response Unit – known as AR30 – recently went into service at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). This pilot program stations emergency medical personnel in the airport terminal to provide a quick response to passengers and employees who need immediate medical attention.

PHL Caring Support: Prospect Airport Services’ Wheelchair Assistance Provider Ahmed Kargbo

Prospect Airport Services Wheelchair Assistance Provider Ahmed Kargbo recently received the “Caring Support” award from 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.   

American Airlines Adds Three New International Routes, Brings Back Domestic Destination at PHL: Nonstop Flights to Nice, Naples, Copenhagen and San Antonio Takeoff in Summer 2024

It’s never too early to plan next year’s summer vacation. Just announced destinations on American Airlines’ Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) summer 2024 roster will make passengers want to pack their bags now. 

American is adding three nonstop international routes to Nice, France (NCE); Naples, Italy (NAP); and Copenhagen, Denmark (CPH) from PHL in summer 2024. This is the first time PHL passengers will be able to fly nonstop from Philadelphia to those European destinations.  

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