Palm Beach International Airport in South Florida officially changed its name to President Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, according to multiple reports. The change comes after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation earlier this year that made the renaming possible.
Key Takeaways
Palm Beach International Airport was officially renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday. The change comes after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation earlier this year, and it is expected to cost up to $5.5 million for new signs and branding.
- Palm Beach International Airport renamed in honor of President Donald Trump
- New name takes effect immediately; airport code changes from PBI to DJT on August 18
- Eric Trump's plane was the first to land at the newly named airport
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation enabling the renaming
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▼Source Claims Check
1 Difference FoundAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 2 key claims. 1 point of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost Of Renaming | 1 Difference | PBS and Reuters report a cost of $5.5 million, while NPR notes only $2.75 million allocated in state budget | ▼ |
| Airport Name Change | Broad Agreement | Palm Beach International Airport renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport | |
| First Plane To Land | Broad Agreement | 'Trump Force One' was the first plane to arrive at the newly named airport |
Cost Of Renaming
▼PBS and Reuters report a cost of $5.5 million, while NPR notes only $2.75 million allocated in state budget
Airport Name Change
Broad AgreementPalm Beach International Airport renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport
First Plane To Land
Broad Agreement'Trump Force One' was the first plane to arrive at the newly named airport
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The airport's three-letter identifier code will change from PBI to DJT on August 18, though passengers will need to use PBI when booking flights until then. Eric Trump's plane was the first to land at the newly named airport in the pre-dawn hours, as reported by PBS and Reuters.
The name change is expected to cost up to $5.5 million for new signs, branding, and other updates, according to NPR. Airport officials stated that the transition will occur in phases over several weeks. The renaming has sparked controversy due to Trump being the first sitting president to have an airport named after him.
Eric Trump expressed pride on social media about his father's honor, stating there is no person who has done more for Florida and our country. However, not all passengers were pleased with the change; one traveler noted it was a distraction from bigger issues, as reported by PBS.
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