Palm Beach International Airport was officially renamed after President Donald Trump in July, and the airport code is expected to change from PBI to DJT later this summer.
Palm Beach International Airport renamed after Donald Trump
President Ron DeSantis signed legislation on Monday, March 30, renaming Palm Beach International Airport to Donald J. Trump Presidential International Airport.
- Palm Beach International Airport will be renamed after President Donald Trump in July 2026.
- The change is required by a Florida law passed in March.
- The airport code will change from PBI to DJT in August 2026.
Palm Beach International Airport in Florida will be officially renamed after President Donald Trump in July.
The airport operator said the move follows a Florida law passed in March that requires the airport to update its name to President Donald J. Trump International Airport.
Final approval for the changes is expected from the Federal Aviation Administration on July 9, according to an FAQ on the airport’s website, which adds that it could take longer for signage and other information to be updated.
“While the required name changes will take effect on July 9, 2026, transition efforts will occur in stages, including updates to signage, branding, and public facing materials,” the FAQ states. “Airport operations and services will continue without interruption.”
The airport’s International Air Transport Association (IATA) code is scheduled to be updated to DJT later this summer on August 18th.
“Once the changes come into effect, the new IATA code will be reflected in airline reservation systems, ticketing, baggage tags, and related industry platforms,” the FAQ states.
The airport’s current IATA code is PBI. After making the change, please use DJT to search for the airport when making airline reservations.
The FAA and International Civil Aviation Organization will also update the identification code to DJT.
The name change was not without controversy.
Shortly after the Florida law was passed, the president moved to trademark the phrase Donald J. Trump International Airport and the DJT identification code, requiring Palm Beach County to enter into a legally mandated licensing agreement to use the new name. The FAQ addresses that controversy directly.
It also speaks to broader concerns about the political climate surrounding name changes.
“While we understand that required name changes may be received differently by different passengers, we appreciate your continued support during this transition period. We remain committed to serving all of our passengers and ensuring a positive travel experience,” the FAQ states. “While some aspects may evolve over time, our core focus remains the same: providing a safe, reliable and comfortable airport experience.”
Zach Wichter is a travel reporter and writes the Cruising Altitude column for USA TODAY. He is based in New York and can be reached at zwichter@usatoday.com.
