WASHINGTON, D.C. — Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is set to embark on a significant modernization project following the announcement of $27.5 million in federal infrastructure funding. This allocation, provided by the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Airport Terminal Program (ATP), is part of the broader bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) initiative aimed at revitalizing the nation’s aging airport infrastructure.
The funding will facilitate crucial upgrades to the HVAC and electrical systems in Terminals D and E, sections of the airport that have reached the end of their operational lifespan. These enhancements are designed not only to improve energy efficiency but also to bolster the airport’s overall resilience and operational readiness as it strives to meet future demands.
Senator Bob Casey emphasized the pivotal role PHL plays as a transportation and economic hub, stating, “This investment from the infrastructure law will help modernize the airport by upgrading HVAC and electrical systems in Terminals D and E. I will always fight for investments that boost Southeastern Pennsylvania’s economy and keep the region moving.”…