Upfront - Aug./Sept. 2026
Southwest Airlines Begins First Ever Service to Anchorage
ANC
Southwest Airlines has begun its first ever service to Ted Stevens Anchorage International in Alaska. The carrier will offer twice daily seasonal service from Anchorage to both Denver International and Harry Reid International in Las Vegas through September 15.
New Terminal C Pier Opens at Dallas Fort Worth International
DFW
Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) has opened nine new gates as part of the ongoing transformation and expansion of Terminal C. The new gates, which include five fully rebuilt gates and four entirely new gates, are included in approximately 115,000 square feet of new facility space in Terminal C. The expanded area includes electronic boarding gates, upgraded customer amenities, expanded seating areas, new concessions and other enhancements. Terminal C, which is being entirely rebuilt over the next several years, is DFW’s busiest terminal
and is exclusively utilized by American Airlines.
San José Mineta International Plans to Open Sensory-Friendly Room
SJC
San José Mineta International (SJC) plans to open a sensory-friendly room designed to support families traveling with children with autism and other sensory sensitivities. Designed by the Children’s Discovery Museum of San
José, the 800+ square foot sensory room will feature interactive experiences that offer calming textures, captivating visuals and soothing sounds to support sensory regulation and focus.