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July | August 2026      AirportImprovement.com
BWI
Looking Ahead
While the A/B Connector opened to the public this January, 
it won’t reach full completion until December because some 
elements that were value engineered out have since been added 
back in. Shank explains that contingency funds for change orders 
that weren’t needed are being used judiciously to complete some 
of the original enhancements.
Koch admires the airport’s commitment to finishing the project, 
especially after COVID delays and budgetary challenges. “We 
were on pause, but when we came back everyone really hit on all 
cylinders,” he remarks.
Looking ahead, Shank and his team aren’t slowing down. Next 
up is the C/D Connector Project, an even bigger effort that will 
complete the Terminal Modernization Plan that was developed in 
2005 to position the airport for the next 50 years. 
Shank says the airport will again use the Construction 
Manager at Risk delivery method, with a similar focus on early 
partnering/collaboration, cost control, schedule adherence, clear 
communication and continuous improvement.
“BWI Marshall Airport projects will continue to provide 
innovative and improved customer travel experience
to align with the evolving aspects of aviation and passenger 
trends,” concludes Griffin. 
PHOTO: JACOBS
Updated restrooms include occupancy indicators, a 
maintenance feedback system and touchless fixtures. 

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