Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

Pittsburgh at a Glance

Pittsburgh International Airport (KPIT/PIT) sits about 10 miles west of downtown in Moon Township, PA, at 1,204 ft MSL. It runs four runways, led by 10R/28L at 11,500 ft of concrete, with 10C/28C (10,502 ft) and 10L/28R (10,000 ft) — capacity for the heaviest business jets. Atlantic Aviation is the on-field business-aviation FBO, with on-site U.S. Customs (CBP), heated hangars, and Jet-A. The airport is fully towered with ILS Cat II/III. No noise curfew or slot restrictions apply.

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Pittsburgh International Airport, 1000 Airport Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15231

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Pittsburgh International Airport
ICAO Code	KPIT
IATA Code	PIT
FAA Identifier	PIT
Address	1000 Airport Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15231
Elevation	1,204 ft MSL
Coordinates	40.4915° N, 80.2329° W
Owner / Operator	Allegheny County Airport Authority
Phone	+1-412-472-3525
FAA Data	AirNav PIT

Operations & Facilities
Runways	10R/28L: 11,500 ft (Concrete) 10C/28C: 10,502 ft (Concrete) 10L/28R: 10,000 ft (Concrete) 14/32: 8,101 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Atlantic Aviation
Customs	Yes — U.S. Customs & CBP
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS Cat II/III, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	128.3
Weight Limit	None — no curfew, slot, or weight restriction
Annual Operations	150,000+

Runways & Approaches

Pittsburgh International operates a four-runway system that ranks among the most capable in the region. The primary air-carrier runway 10R/28L spans 11,500 ft of concrete, with parallel runways 10C/28C at 10,502 ft and 10L/28R at 10,000 ft, plus crosswind runway 14/32 at 8,101 ft of asphalt. Every business jet in service — from light jets through ultra-long-range types like the Gulfstream G650, Bombardier Global 7500, and BBJ — operates from KPIT with generous margins for hot-day and high-gross-weight departures.

The field is fully towered and well-equipped for low-visibility operations, with ILS approaches up to Cat II/III on the primary runways alongside RNAV (GPS), VOR, and visual procedures. At 1,204 ft elevation, density-altitude effects stay manageable year-round, and the multiple runway headings give excellent wind coverage so crosswinds rarely restrict operations.

FBOs & Ground Services

Full-service fixed-base operators handle private traffic here, offering Jet-A, hangarage, customs coordination, and concierge ground transportation. Arrange handling in advance for peak-season and after-hours arrivals.

Atlantic Aviation

The full-service business-aviation FBO at KPIT, located at 300 Horizon Drive in Moon Township. Operates 24/7 with Jet-A, heated hangar space, ramp-side vehicle access, and on-site U.S. Customs (CBP) clearance for international arrivals — making PIT the regional choice for long-range and overseas missions.

Charter a Jet from Pittsburgh International Airport

Charter from Pittsburgh International Airport (KPIT) connects the region to destinations nationwide. The Jet Finder matches the right aircraft to your mission and PIT's runway parameters — with direct Part 135 operator access and no markup.

Fly Private from KPIT

The Jet Finder coordinates charter flights from Pittsburgh International Airport. Tell us your destination, dates, and passenger count. We source aircraft from FAA Part 135 operators matched to KPIT's runway and facilities.

Aircraft Registered in PITTSBURGH (147)

147 aircraft are registered to owners in PITTSBURGH, PA according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 147. Track live flights from PIT →

N103X

GROB-WERKE GMBH AND CO KG TWIN ASTIR · 1978

N1061Q

PIPER PA-32-260 · 1977

N10EE

BEECH V35B · 1971

N12055

THORP T-18 · 1974

N129WY

AB SPORTINE AVIACIJA LAK-17A · 2000

N131LF

EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117 C-2 · 2006

N135AB

BEECH J35 · 1957

N13892

CESSNA 177B · 1976

N138TW

BEECH V35B · 1974

N140VT

STEMME GMBH & CO S10-VT · 2014

N142SS

BURKHART GROB FLUGZEUGBAU G102 ASTIR CS · 1976

N15228

PIPER PA-28R-200

N1525R

FIREFLY BALLOONS INC FIREFLY 7-15 · 2003

N15VH

SCHEMPP-HIRTH DISCUS-2B · 2002

N1725T

PIPER PA-28-140 · 1970

N17350

RYAN AERONAUTICAL ST-A SPECIAL · 1938

N1743L

CESSNA 172S · 2008

N17MQ

HILLER UH-12C

N184G

TEXTRON AVIATION INC 525C · 2022

N20346

CESSNA 172M · 1972

Popular Routes from PIT

Teterboro (TEB)

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Washington Dulles (IAD)

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Atlantic Aviation	$5.80 – $7.20/gal	Primary GA FBO

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)	$75 – $150
Midsize Jet (12,500–25,000 lbs)	$150 – $300
Super-Mid Jet (25,000–45,000 lbs)	$300 – $500
Heavy Jet (45,000+ lbs)	$500 – $1,000

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Pittsburgh International Airport (KPIT/PIT) is a public, towered international airport in Moon Township, roughly 10 miles west of downtown Pittsburgh. Owned by the Allegheny County Airport Authority, it was rebuilt in the 1990s around its current four-runway midfield layout and remains the primary commercial and international gateway for western Pennsylvania. For private flyers it pairs full air-carrier infrastructure with a dedicated business-aviation FBO and on-field customs.

Runway Capability

With its longest runway at 11,500 ft and two additional runways above 10,000 ft, KPIT accommodates the entire spectrum of business aviation without performance compromise. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets can depart at full fuel and payload for transoceanic legs, and the ILS Cat II/III capability supports reliable arrivals in the low ceilings and fog common to western Pennsylvania winters.

Charter Considerations

Atlantic Aviation handles business-jet traffic at PIT with 24/7 service, heated hangars, and ramp-side ground transportation. Because PIT is a commercial hub, many private flyers headed for the city or southern/eastern suburbs instead prefer Allegheny County Airport (KAGC/AGC), a dedicated GA reliever about 16 NM southeast with quicker downtown access. KPIT remains the better choice when international customs, long runways, or heavy-jet handling are priorities.

Customs & International Operations

Pittsburgh International is a U.S. port of entry with Customs and Border Protection available on the field; Atlantic Aviation coordinates CBP clearance for arriving international aircraft. The Jet Finder assists with eAPIS filing and customs scheduling so overseas and cross-border trips clear efficiently at KPIT.

Safety & Planning

Flight planning from KPIT should account for current NOTAMs, TFRs, and seasonal weather. Winter brings frontal passages, snow, freezing precipitation, and fog that can push ceilings to IFR minimums, while summer afternoons can build convective activity. Morning departures generally see the smoothest, most schedule-reliable conditions.

Regional Context

PIT anchors a cluster of western Pennsylvania fields. Allegheny County (AGC) is the closest full-service GA reliever, and smaller airports such as Beaver County and Butler County serve lighter traffic. For travelers, PIT's combination of long runways, customs, and a single capable FBO makes it the regional standard for jet operations, with AGC as the convenience alternative for downtown-bound trips.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Pittsburgh International Airport. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Hanny Beaver Airpark Inc Airport

80PN · 10 NM from KPIT

Fino Airport

PN37 · 12 NM from KPIT

Herron Airport

K7G1 · 14 NM from KPIT

Allegheny County Airport

KAGC · 16 NM from KPIT

Frequently Asked Questions

The ICAO identifier for Pittsburgh International Airport is KPIT. The FAA designator is also KPIT. Use this code when filing flight plans and referencing the airport in official communications.

You will find Pittsburgh International Airport near Pittsburgh, PA. The geographic position is 40.4915° N, 80.2329° W, at an elevation of 1,204 feet MSL.

Pittsburgh International has four runways. The primary runway, 10R/28L, is 11,500 ft of concrete. It is complemented by 10C/28C at 10,502 ft, 10L/28R at 10,000 ft, and crosswind runway 14/32 at 8,101 ft — among the most capable runway systems in the region.

Yes. KPIT's 11,500 ft primary runway accommodates the full range of business jets, from light jets through ultra-long-range types like the Gulfstream G650 and Global 7500, with generous margins for hot-day and high-gross-weight departures.

Yes. Atlantic Aviation is the business-aviation FBO at KPIT, located at 300 Horizon Drive in Moon Township. It operates 24/7 with Jet-A, heated hangars, ramp-side vehicle access, and on-site U.S. Customs for international arrivals.

Pittsburgh International Airport has a field elevation of 1,204 feet above mean sea level. This affects aircraft performance calculations, particularly during hot weather when density altitude increases.

Yes. KPIT is fully equipped for low-visibility operations, with ILS approaches up to Cat II/III on its primary runways plus RNAV (GPS), VOR, and visual procedures — valuable in western Pennsylvania's winter fog and low ceilings.

Charter from Pittsburgh International through The Jet Finder. With access to over 15,000 aircraft, we match the right jet to KPIT's 11,500 ft runways — light jets through heavy, long-range types. Direct operator connection, no middleman.

KPIT's runways accommodate every category of business aircraft, from turboprops and light jets up to heavy, ultra-long-range jets such as the Gulfstream G650, Global 7500, and Boeing BBJ. The 11,500 ft primary runway imposes no practical length limit on business aviation.

Yes. KPIT is a fully towered, controlled airport with 24-hour ATC. It operates as a commercial and international gateway, with standard approach, tower, and ground control frequencies.

Jet-A and 100LL are available at KPIT. Atlantic Aviation, the on-field FBO, provides full-service Jet-A fueling for business jets and turboprops around the clock.

Yes. KPIT is a U.S. port of entry with Customs and Border Protection on the field, and Atlantic Aviation coordinates CBP clearance for arriving international aircraft. The Jet Finder assists with eAPIS filing and customs scheduling.

Current conditions at KPIT: check METAR/TAF on aviationweather.gov or your EFB. Pittsburgh International Airport is subject to PA's regional weather, which may include convective activity, low ceilings, or seasonal wind patterns.

KPIT is about 10 miles west of downtown Pittsburgh in Moon Township, typically a 20-25 minute drive. Private flyers headed downtown sometimes prefer Allegheny County Airport (AGC), a GA reliever closer to the city center.

Transient aircraft parking at KPIT is available through the on-field operator. Pittsburgh International Airport typically provides tiedown space on the ramp. Hangar availability and rates vary — inquire before arrival.

The Jet Finder provides personalized charter quotes from Pittsburgh International Airport. Submit your trip details at thejetfinder.com/contact.html — departure date, destination, party size. No obligation. We match KPIT's runway to the right aircraft.

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