{"id":2020,"date":"2026-06-19T09:31:30","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T09:31:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/floridamovingchronicle.com\/?p=2020"},"modified":"2026-06-19T09:31:30","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T09:31:30","slug":"when-will-this-south-florida-airport-get-renamed-for-president-trump-see-timeline","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/floridamovingchronicle.com\/?p=2020","title":{"rendered":"When will this South Florida airport get renamed for President Trump? See timeline"},"content":{"rendered":"<article><!-- --><!-- --><!-- WPS-5038 -- removed the script from WPS and added the placeholder for trinity player --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- CONTENT --><!--[--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>President Donald Trump\u2019s name may have been scraped off the Kennedy Center, but it\u2019s soon going up at a South Florida airport.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/floridamovingchronicle.com\/?p=2018\">Alligator Alcatraz contractor gave big to Miami-Dade commissioners this spring<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Just across the causeway from Mar-a-Lago, Palm Beach International Airport will be renamed for Trump in July, It\u2019s so close to the president\u2019s Palm Beach home that he frequently complained about the jet noise soon after he purchased the mansion in the mid-1980s.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Now, his old nemesis will carry his name. Pilots and terminal PA announcers will soon by saying: \u201cWelcome to President Donald J. Trump International Airport.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>In March, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the airport naming bill into law. Now, it\u2019s about to take effect.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what travelers should know about the change:<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>When does the airport change its name to Trump?<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>While the law takes effect July 1, it\u2019s subject to the Federal Aviation Administration\u2019s approval, which is anticipated July 9.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>By July 9, the airport\u2019s name will begin updating in phases across the digital world, signs and aviation systems.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Even the \u201cPBI\u201d patches that airport parking attendants wear on their uniform sleeves will likely change.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>So will the three-letter International Air Transport Association airport code, which is used in flight bookings and on baggage tags. PBI becomes DJT effective Aug. 18.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/floridamovingchronicle.com\/?p=2016\">Ex-South Florida hospital CEO accused of funneling $14M for \u2018lavish lifestyle\u2019<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Why is the change happening?<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The law signed by DeSantis gives the state authority to name major commercial airports. The bill passed the state House and Senate along party lines.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The law requires Palm Beach County to see through the change, including the new signs and branding, as well as obtaining the required federal approvals and managing trademark use, according to the airport.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>A trademark agreement with the county gives President Trump oversight for how his name is used in the new airport branding, requires airport stores to purchase merchandise from selected retailers, and doesn\u2019t restrict the Trump family from selling airport-branded items offsite.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>What\u2019s staying the same?<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>This name change to Trump International won\u2019t affect airline operations or flight schedules. And it doesn\u2019t affect who owns or controls the airport. It\u2019s just about the branding.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe remain committed to serving all passengers and ensuring a positive travel experience,\u201d said Rebeca Krogman, manager of public information services of PBI, soon to be DJT.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe people, service and convenience travelers have come to know and expect will continue to be at the heart of what we do,\u201d she said. \u201cWe value every passenger who chooses to travel through our airport and remain focused on delivering a consistent, high-quality experience for all.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/floridamovingchronicle.com\/?p=2014\">Black South Floridians reflect on Juneteenth at a crucial moment<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--]--><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Law takes effect July 1; FAA approval expected July 9 and IATA code DJT starts Aug. 18 as Palm Beach International becomes President Donald J. 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