Terminal Trends - April/May 2026
Orlando International Board Approves $4.5M to Expand Terminal C Landside Moving Walkways
MCO
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Board has approved additional investments for Orlando International. Among the new investments is the authorization of $4.5 million to expand the length of moving walkways connecting Terminal C to the Train Station facility and the soon-to-open Terminal C Rental Car Lobby. Expanded walkways will improve passenger comfort and efficiency along what will become one of Terminal C’s most heavily-used pedestrian corridors, according to GOAA.
Norfolk International Unveils New FIS
ORF
Norfolk International has opened a 26,000-square-foot Federal Inspection Services (FIS) building. In the new building, CBP primary processing and baggage claim occur on the same level as travelers’ arrival gate, allowing for easy movement from aircraft through screening before exiting the FIS to reach ground transportation options
at the Virginia airport. On the building’s first floor, a new Global Entry office will open with adjacent parking. The $31 million project, including design and constructions costs, required approximately 18 months to complete.
Bradley International Unveils Newly Constructed Concourse
BDL
Bradley International’s (BDL) new concourse is complete. The new concourse at the Hartford, Conn. airport is
an extension of the existing Terminal A and part of an 80,000-square-foot facility directly behind the Sheraton.
The new concourse includes three additional gates; varied seating options with integrated power; dining and
retail options; restroom facilities with privacy stalls and occupancy sensors; luggage storage; contemporary vanities; and more. Just below the new concourse, and also part of the new facility is BDL’s new inline baggage screening system, which opened in fall 2025 and houses the airport’s explosive detection machines.