Terminal Trends

Dallas Fort Worth International Completes Terminal F Module Moves

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Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) has completed the final move of six prefabricated module structures that have come together to create the framework for the first phase of the airport’s new Terminal F. The modules, some nearly as large as a football field, were moved during overnight hours using self-propelled modular transporters along one of DFW’s taxiways. The structures were then placed onto the foundations constructed at the Terminal F site, where the facility will now proceed to the next stage of construction. The first phase of the Terminal F expansion program is anticipated to open with 15 gates in 2027. When fully built, Terminal F is planned to deliver a total of 31 gates to be serviced entirely by American Airlines.

Gary/Chicago International Awards Contract for Construction of Cargo and GA Ramp

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Gary/Chicago International has awarded Superior Construction Co. a $15 million bid to construct the airport’s new cargo and general aviation (GA) ramp. The new infrastructure will occupy 8.5 acres of concrete ramp over a 50-acre site. This contract is the largest awarded by the airport since the 2015 expansion of the airport’s main runway.

Charleston International Breaks Ground on West Gates Expansion Project

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Charleston International has broken ground on its $105 million west gates expansion project. The project will add more than 40,000 square feet of new passenger space and adds four gates. The expansion also includes nearly 4,000 square feet dedicated to food, beverage and retail offerings, alongside a variety of new traveler amenities. In addition to passenger services, the project will introduce 23,000 square feet of operations space and will be equipped with international arrival capabilities. The new gates will connect directly to the South Carolina airport’s federal inspection station, allowing for the seamless processing of international flights. Substantial completion of the project is anticipated by the end of 2026.

McKinney National Holds Groundbreaking for New Terminal

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McKinney National has broken ground on a new passenger terminal. The North Texas airport has served general aviation for more than 40 years and the construction of a passenger terminal is the first step in working to deliver commercial airline service. The design plans include a 46,000 square foot terminal with an initial four gates and the ability to expand to six gates; centralized food and beverage concessions; open hold rooms; a new Taxiway C; a 980-space public parking lot, which can grow to 1,450 spaces, with a dedicated access road off FM546; onsite car rental facilities; and a deicing pad. The terminal is expected to be completed and nonstop flights are expected to begin in late 2026.

Miami International Breaks Ground on New Concourse

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Miami-Dade County officials have broke ground for the future Concourse K at Miami International. The new concourse will be a 300,000 square foot expansion that will add six new passenger gates and boarding areas for domestic and international flights, post-security concessions and a new passenger lounge. The future three-level concourse, MIA’s first terminal expansion since 2012, is slated for completion in 2029. With a total investment of $600.6 million, the Concourse K expansion will also include a new two-level ground support equipment maintenance facility, an enhanced baggage handling system and critical upgrades to airfield infrastructure.