On what many would call a perfect day to run, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) reintroduced the 5th 5K Run the Runway to runners and walkers. The participants were greeted by eager Division of Aviation staff who quickly signed in almost 400 competitors and distributed electronic bibs and t-shirts. As promised, the airfield was occupied by much of the equipment that is used to maintain airplanes, vital emergency rescue vehicles, and a few small aircraft, all of which provided great background for selfies.

Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) Lot Attendant Supervisor Messan Amlon recently received the “Impression Makers” award in Philadelphia International Airport’s (PHL) Employee Recognition Program. This award recognizes customer-facing employees who provide direct customer service to passengers.   

On Friday, September 9, the City of Philadelphia Division of Aviation, Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), and local and elected officials gathered on Philadelphia International Airport's (PHL) Terminal D/E Regional Rail platform for a ground-breaking ceremony for the SEPTA Platform Rehabilitation project. Joining Airport Interim CEO Keith Brune and Deputy Director of Aviation- Capital Development Api Appulingam were PA State Senator Timothy Kearney (Pa.

Everyone at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is very excited about the airport’s 5K Run on the Runway on September 10. Weeks of preparation have gone into making the return of this favorite event a great day for all involved.

Airport Police Officer William “Billy” Karley recently received the “Caring Support” award in PHL’s Airport Employee Recognition Program. This award recognizes employees who provide exceptional care and services to passengers.   

In July and August, the City of Philadelphia Division of Aviation received over $4.6 million in funding from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program for two exciting projects: $1,836,063 for the Voluntary Airport Low Emissions Program (VALE) infrastructure program at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), and $2,784,537 for the Taxiway L Pavement Rehabilitation program at Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE). Senator Bob Casey championed the funding, stating “Pennsylvania’s airports connect us to each other and the rest of the world.

Dulles, Va., September 6, 2022—The City of Philadelphia (Airport or PHL) Division of Aviation, and Aviation Facilities Company (AFCO) are pleased to announce that they will be partnering with Menzies Aviation, as a new cargo ground handler at the Airport, along with Kale Logistics Solutions, as the technology solution provider for the Airport’s cargo community system. The companies will be key players in the PHL Cargo Expansion Strategy, announced last year in support of increasing regional demand for air cargo and logistics in and around the Airport.

American Airlines Customer Service Supervisor Marcia McLeod-Fraser was recognized in the “Teamwork Makes the Dream Work” category of Philadelphia International Airport’s (PHL) Employee Recognition Program. This distinction acknowledges employees who create a positive experience for guests through service and delivery while collaborating with other organizations. 

It’s back! For the first time since 2019, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) will hold its 5K On the Runway on September 10 — and past participants are ready to run again.

Women’s Equality Day — August 26 — commemorates the date in 1920 that the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, giving women the right to vote, was certified. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) guests will be able to celebrate voting rights and honor the suffragettes that fought for equality when 1920 Merch Co. opens in the Terminal B/C Connector in early September.