President Donald Trump disembarks Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport, Florida. [Credit: Official White House Photo/Joyce N. Boghosian]
Key Takeaways:
Florida lawmakers passed a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport (KPBI) to President Donald J. Trump International Airport.
The name change requires approval from Governor Ron DeSantis and the FAA, with an estimated cost of up to $5.5 million, taking effect in July if signed into law.
The Trump Organization has filed a trademark for the use of the Trump name on airport infrastructure and merchandise, stating it's for brand protection without charging fees.
Zach Vasile is a writer and editor covering news in all aspects of aviation. He has reported for and contributed to the Manchester Journal Inquirer, the Hartford Business Journal, the Charlotte Observer, and the Washington Examiner, with his area of focus being the intersection of business and government policy.