b'THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN AVIATION INNOVATION26 SFOTERMINALSAnother key takeaway from the PHOTO: JASON OREARinterim corridor project is how effective modular design can be at minimizing disruptions during terminal construction. Palmer, from Magnusson Klemencic Associates, describes interim corridors as an excellent solution for maintaining a safe, enjoyable and stress-free passenger experience during construction in an active terminal. By constructing the corridors offsite in modules, airfield disruptions were completely avoided, another essential when constructing at an active airport, he adds. MWAA Selects THERAFarenholz, from Turner Construction Company, commends the airports focus on providing a seamless, uninterrupted experience for travelers during construction. SFO really is passenger first, he comments. Finding ways to keep the hundreds of thousandsMake THERA your Airports Choice forof people flowing really efficiently and unconfused is definitely what helps Natural light helps the interim corridor feel less temporary for passengers.further innovation. Centralized Resource & Gatethe corridor a little bit more interestingexpectations for these teams I thinkComing Up as youre walking through it, becausethat makes a big difference, he says.Beyond the Terminal 3 WestManagement Systemit isnt just a long, long straight run,Its not just a checkbox or a mandateModernization, SFO is undertaking Fetters comments. Theres a turn. on paper or contractual terms. It isseveral other improvement initiatives. everyone, holistically and culturally,The Terminal Main Hall Roof Project is Lessons Learned prioritizing the project and whats bestaddressing 25 years of wear and tear on SFO emphasizes relationship-basedfor the project. the international terminal. The updates, contracting by using a progressiveKatz advises other airport leaders notexecuted on one-quarter of the facade design-build delivery method, Katz notes.to dismiss any idea as unrealisticit mightat a time over two years, are designed to Project partners co-locate in a sharedjust be the right solution. In the case ofreduce leaks and improve the structure workspace known as The Big Roomthe interim corridor project, prefabricationfor ongoing maintenance. Scaffolding will inside a repurposed landside hangar.played a critical role in maintainingwrap portions of the terminal faade as The space accommodates about 200revenue-generating operations throughoutwork progresses.team members, including contractors,construction, she adds. There are hugeAnother ongoing effort is the designers, subcontractors, owners andbenefits for ongoing operations of theShoreline Protection Program, designed project managers. It enables everydayairport, Katz comments. There are alsoto secure the airports eight miles of close coordination and collaborationcost efficiencies and safety efficiencies bywaterfront against sea level rise. Having so that innovative ideas such as thesedoing that.completed the state permitting process interim corridorscan evolve and berequired by the California Environmental developed, Katz explains. AlthoughSuccessful projects require clearQuality Act, SFO is moving on to theVisit www.prodigiq.com or the interim corridor is a secondaryobjectives and decisive action, Fettersfederal National Environmental Policy component of the larger Terminal 3 Westemphasizes. Its making big, audaciousemail resource@prodigiq.comgoals and decisions and then reallyAct process. The project team hopes to Modernization, it nonetheless receivedbegin construction sometime between significant attention and resources fromfollowing up on how to make it happen,2025 and 2035. the project team.he explains. Modular construction, in particular, demands careful planning andAdditional improvements are This team approach has a significantearly decision-making; changes late inunderway for the airports water impact on projects, adds Fetters.the process will delay schedules andtreatment facility and electrical A lot of it is culture-basedyou setreduce efficiency. You really have toinfrastructure. up the culture of understanding andcommit and buy in, Fetters cautions.January | February 2025AirportImprovement.com'