Luzerne County Awarded $6.2 Million for Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport Upgrades
HARRISBURG, PA – June 3, 2025 – Senator Marty Flynn announced that Luzerne County has been awarded $6.2 million in state funding to support critical upgrades at the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport. The funding will go toward expanding the terminal and modernizing the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screening area.
The investment is part of a larger initiative by the Shapiro Administration to improve airport infrastructure across the Commonwealth. Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport received the largest single allocation in this round of funding.
“This funding marks a long-term investment in the future of northeastern Pennsylvania,” said Senator Flynn. “As demand for air travel and commerce in our region continues to rise, it’s essential that our infrastructure keeps pace. These upgrades will ensure our airport remains a modern, accessible, and secure gateway for residents, businesses, and visitors alike.”
The project will be financed through the state Capital Budget via the Aviation Transportation Assistance Program, which is supported by bonds. Once completed, the upgrades will improve passenger flow, enhance security operations, and support continued growth at one of northeastern Pennsylvania’s busiest airports.
To learn more about transportation investments happening across Pennsylvania, visit www.penndot.pa.gov.
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