Ninety years ago, Pensacola took flight into its aviation future.
“On October 28, 1935, Pensacola City Council voted to buy the airport for $50,000 from Francis W. Taylor and the deed was officially recorded in circuit court on November 1, 1935.
Almost immediately the WPA authorized $129,350 for improvements to the airport, including the construction of an airport administration building and three paved runways. But actual work progress was slow, and ebbed and flowed with the availability of funds.”— Hagler Field, A History of Pensacola’s Airport and Other Fascinating Aeronautical Facts
From humble beginnings as Hagler Field to becoming Pensacola International Airport, PNS has been the gateway to our region’s growth, connection, and countless journeys — both in the sky and through time.
Recently the Pensacola Airport celebrated the groundbreaking of the new terminal expansion at — a milestone moment that marks the next chapter of growth for our city.
This project isn’t just about more gates and a larger terminal — it’s about expanding opportunity. From creating new jobs to supporting small businesses and connecting our community to the world, this investment will help Pensacola continue to thrive for years to come.
Happy Birthday, we can’t wait to watch you grow!
