Pittsburgh International Airport People Movers
| Industry | Transportation |
|---|---|
| Founded | October 1, 1992 |
| Headquarters | Pittsburgh , United States |
| Products | Automated people mover transit system |
| Parent | Alstom (formerly AEG-Westinghouse, Adtranz, Bombardier Transportation) |
The Pittsburgh International Airport People Mover is an automated transit system operating at Pittsburgh International Airport, linking the Landside Terminal with the Airside Terminal through two adjacent tunnels. This system, developed and installed by AEG-Westinghouse (currently Alstom) at an investment of $14 million, features two trains that travel simultaneously in opposite directions.
History
Operations commenced on October 1, 1992, aligning with the inauguration of the Midfield Terminal. The system originally utilized Westinghouse C-100 vehicles, now known as Alstom Innovia APM 100. To manage increasing passenger traffic, a $9.5 million enhancement by Adtranz in 1999 extended each train from two to three cars, alongside station expansions and vehicle upgrades.
From 2014 through 2016, Bombardier Transportation (which has since become part of Alstom) undertook an $11 million refurbishment project aimed at improving undercarriages, flooring, HVAC systems, and lighting to prolong the operational life of the people mover.
According to a 2017 airport redevelopment strategy, the people mover is slated for permanent retirement by 2025. This is due to plans for a new Landside Terminal that will offer a direct connection to the Airside Terminal. Construction started in 2021 and is anticipated to finish by 2025, which will likely result in the deactivation of the tram system.