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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ariana Baio

Trump finally got his name on a building thanks to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis

  • Palm Beach International Airport in South Florida was officially renamed Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, following a law signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
  • The full transition , including the change of the airport's three-letter international code from “PBI” to “ DJT ” is scheduled for August 18.
  • Until the official code change, airport systems and passenger services are permitted to use 'PBI' or Palm Beach International Airport, and flight attendants have been given leeway to welcome travelers to 'West Palm Beach'.
  • Eric Trump announced the christening, stating that his father is deserving of the honor for his contributions to Florida and the country.
  • The Trump family business trademarked the new airport name, but they will not profit from any branded merchandise sold at the airport.

IN FULL

‘President Donald Trump Airport’ is christened in Palm Beach — but flight attendants may not call it that

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