The name change is required by state law. On March 30, 2026, Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation amending Section 332.0075, Florida Statutes: 

- preempting to the State of Florida the authority to name major commercial service airports, including Palm Beach International Airport (PBI);

- renaming PBI the “President Donald J. Trump International Airport” effective July 1, 2026; and

- requiring the County to diligently pursue all required approvals/agreements to implement the name change, including obtaining approval of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and owner of the trademark authorizing its commercial use, and to timely commence signage and branding changes to maintain compliance with state law.

Final FAA approval is anticipated on July 9, 2026.

For more information: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/919.

The new airport name is subject to trademark protection. The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners, as the owner and operator of the airport, entered into an agreement with the owners of the rights to the new airport name to safeguard the County’s interests by clearly outlining the parties’ roles, responsibilities and how the airport name may be used; ensure compliance with the state law mandating the name change; and protect the County from legal claims for unauthorized use, including claims for trademark infringement and violations of the rights of publicity. 

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) identifier is scheduled to be changed to “DJT” effective July 9, 2026. Pilots and aviation partners will see the new code reflected in FAA publications and aeronautical systems at that time. All required technical updates are being coordinated according to FAA procedures to ensure safety and continuity. The airport will continue to keep airlines, partners and the public informed throughout the transition.

Although the required name change will become effective July 1, 2026, transition activities, including updates to signage, branding and public‑facing materials, will occur in phases. Airport operations and services will continue without interruption. 

No. The name change does not alter ownership, governance, legal status or operational control of the airport. Palm Beach County will continue to oversee all airport policies, finances and strategic decisions. This is a branding change only.

No. The airport remains committed to safe, efficient and customer‑focused operations. The name change does not modify our mission or core services.

No. Airline operations, routes, schedules and customer services are unaffected. All airport functions will continue as normal.

No. The transition will be funded by airport revenues or other airport funding sources. A state funding appropriation may also be provided to support the transition. 

While higher political visibility may support advocacy efforts for discretionary infrastructure funding and President Trump has publicly expressed support for continued improvements and modernization, the name change itself does not create or guarantee additional funding opportunities. While no new funding has been formally announced, the airport remains committed to pursuing all available funding opportunities to support the airport’s long-term growth, safety and passenger experience.

While we recognize that the required name change may be received in different ways by our passengers, we’re grateful for your continued support through this transition period.  We remain committed to serving all passengers and ensuring a positive travel experience. While some things may evolve over time, our core focus remains the same: providing a safe, reliable and welcoming airport experience. The people, service and convenience travelers have come to know and expect will continue to be at the heart of what we do. We value every passenger who chooses to travel through our airport and remain focused on delivering a consistent, high-quality experience for all.

Updated information will be shared on the airport’s official website and communication channels.