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May 2026

Sarsoza S posing for a profile photo outside Terminal 3

People @ PHX: Steven S., Helping Guide Travelers Through the Airport

Steven S. plays a key role in guiding and informing millions of people who travel through the Phoenix Airport System.

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Corey Zollinger, owner of Shorty’s sandwich shop, standing in front of the door of the restaurant looking at the camera

Shorty’s Sandwich Shop Keeps it in the Family

Shorty’s Sandwich Shop has built its business from a small, family-run operation to a standalone shop that distributes homemade subs and snacks to several stores through Phoenix Sky Harbor.

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Two Navigator volunteers standing and talking to each other in front of an information desk in Terminal 4

Phoenix Sky Harbor Volunteers Celebrated During Appreciation Week

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport observed Volunteer Appreciation Week April 22-28 with a full week of gratitude for the volunteer Navigators, Navigator Buddies, Teen Navigators and Navigator Chaplains.

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Phoenix Sky Harbor mascot, Amelia, reading a book to a group of children at the March 2026 Culture Corner event

Culture Corner Keeps Bringing the Knowledge

What started as a part of Phoenix Sky Harbor’s 90th anniversary celebration has turned into a staple program at America’s Friendliest Airport®.

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A daytime view of Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport with a deep blue sky and the city of Phoenix skyline in the background

Public Comment Period for Phoenix Area FAA Modernization Project Draft EA Ends June 30

As part of the National Environmental Policy Act, the Federal Aviation Administration is conducting an Environmental Assessment for the Phoenix Area FAA Modernization Project.

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Phoenix Aviation Director Chad Makovsky posing with three other people while holding the West Valley Regional Chamber’s Regional Impact Award

PHX Accepts Regional Impact Award

Phoenix Aviation Director Chad Makovsky accepted the West Valley Regional Chamber’s Regional Impact Award earlier this month at the group's annual meeting.

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A group photo of ASU Japanese students in Terminal 4 all smiling and making the ASU hand sign

Global Students Return to Work at PHX

You may see some of the 14 new faces across the terminals and information counters through June 25.

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Navigator Jan Dougherty, Navigator Chaplain John Barelli, and Navigator Buddy team Beth and Will Thompson, along with their therapy dog Finn standing and holding their Impact Awards

PHX Volunteers Receive City of Phoenix 2026 Impact Award

Congratulations to the City of Phoenix 2026 Impact Award recipients. This year’s honorees included several dedicated volunteers from Phoenix Sky Harbor.

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A Porter Airline plane coming in for a landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor with the downtown Phoenix skyline in the distance

PHX Flights Slated to New Canadian Cities, California Wine Country

Canadian carrier Porter Airlines is adding new service between PHX and a few cities north of the border.

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A scene inside Terminal 3 with travelers going up and down the escalators and a beautiful sunset outside the windows

Summer Travel Easier with Tips

Summer is right around the corner, and Phoenix Sky Harbor is anticipating a busy vacation travel period starting Memorial Day weekend.

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Travelers walking past the entrance to the Airport Museum Gallery in Terminal 4

Phoenix Airport Museum Shines During Museum Month

May is Museum Month, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is celebrating by putting the spotlight on the Phoenix Airport Museum’s exhibitions.

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City of Phoenix Aviation Department Air Service Development and Marketing Administrator Lexie Van Haren posing with City Manager Ed Zuercher in front of a blue background

Aviation Air Service Leader Honored with City Manager's Employee Excellence Award

Congratulations to City of Phoenix Aviation Department Air Service Development and Marketing Administrator Lexie Van Haren on being named a winner of a prestigious city of Phoenix City Manager's Employee Excellence Award.

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A photo of a large monument in downtown Monterrey, Mexico

Exciting Monterrey Offers Many Cultural, Outdoor, and Sporting Activities

Monterrey, Mexico continues to welcome travelers with its vibrant energy, rich history, and unique attractions.

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Travelers standing in front of a table and spinning a prize wheel for Earth Day

PHX Wraps Up a Successful Earth Month

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport marked Earth Month in April with activities that highlighted sustainability, education and community engagement.

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A photo of FLY Award recipient Marcus A inside a purple frame that says A Special Thank You

Ops Employee Steps Up for Disabled Passenger

An airport employee went above and beyond assisting a passenger with disabilities and avoiding a situation that could have become distressing and discouraging.

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Two airport employees wearing traffic cone costumes pose for a photo at the safety fair event

Employees Embrace Safety at Onsite Fairs

Two safety expos were held at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in April to encourage safe practices among airport employees.

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A flyer for the monthly PHX Job Fair listing the upcoming event dates with the next one being June 2nd

Monthly Airport Job Fair Records High Attendance

The May 5 Aviation Job Fair attracted 615 attendees, the highest number since October 2025.

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An infographic showing all the U.S. cities hosting soccer games that fly to and from Phoenix Sky Harbor

Let PHX Get You to This Summer’s Exciting Soccer Matches

As anticipation builds for this summer’s international soccer matches across North America, travelers in Phoenix are uniquely positioned to take advantage of one of the most convenient departure points in the country.

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Two Southwest Airlines planes sitting next to each other at the airport painted with American flag livery

Birdwatcher’s Report

Check out these recent visitors at PHX! The Southwest Airlines “Freedom One” is painted on a Boeing 737-800 and the “Liberty One” is painted on a Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft.

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