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Finish Line in Sight at St. Louis Lambert Int’l
A major rehabilitation of the main runway at St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) is nearing completion. Runway 12R-30L, which handles about 40% of the airport’s flight operations, is scheduled to reopen sometime in November after being closed for the last two construction seasons.
Toronto City Airport Leads the Move to Fluorine-Free Firefighting Foam
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) has wrestled an issue to the ground that other airports throughout the world are still grappling with—the use of fire suppressant foam that contains per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are linked to harmful effects for humans and the environment.
New Apron Lighting Resolves Glaring Issues at Dallas Love Field
Pilots, baggage handlers and ground crews at Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) are seeing things in a different light these days, courtesy of a $1.7 million upgrade of lighting fixtures around the terminal apron.
Pangborn Memorial Readies for Bigger, Greener Future With Apron Expansion
When it comes to airport improvements, some projects satisfy current needs and others address long-term growth or environmental goals. The latest development at Pangborn Memorial Airport (EAT) checks all three boxes.
San Francisco Int’l Expedites Project to Repave Runway and Replace Lighting
Earlier this year, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) revealed plans to repave its shortest runway, 1L-19R, with new asphalt.
Toronto Pearson Int’l Sees Benefits of Runway Rehab Project
After an extensive rehabilitation completed in a single construction season, the second-busiest runway at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) officially reopened in November 2022.
Exterior Jet Bridge Coating Saves Energy, Increases Passenger Comfort at Harry Reid Int’l
Harry Reid Int'l in Las Vegas regularly sees temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, requiring significant energy to cool its passenger boarding bridges.
Decatur Airport Builds New Facility for Firefighting and Maintenance Teams
No one had to convince Airport Director Tim Wright that Decatur Airport (DEC) desperately needed a new aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) facility. He began his career at DEC as a firefighter back in 2004 and was well aware that its 1960s-era fire station was outdated.
Naples Airport Recovers After Hurricane Ian’s Saltwater Storm Surge
Hurricane Ian's storm surge caused flooding from the Gulf of Mexico and the Gordon River, which runs along the west side of Naples Airport (APF). The storm surge pushed saltwater up from the Gulf and into the airport.
New Parking Ramp at Raleigh-Durham Int’l Full From Day One
This April, Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) solved what many in the industry would consider a champagne problem with a new $33 million overnight parking ramp for aircraft.
Florida’s Statewide Markings Program Evolves
Between thunderstorms and blazing heat, there are plenty of obstacles that can complicate airfield maintenance in Florida. One thing that’s not a hurdle? Finding a reliable, cost-efficient team for airfield marking projects.
Airfield Improvements at Lubbock Executive Include Elevated Linear Taxiway Lights
Lubbock Executive Airpark used to close on weekends so race enthusiasts could use its 3,500-foot runway as a drag strip. And until recently, the airfield was lit by all-weather 75-watt light bulbs purchased from the local hardware store.
Architecture as Art - Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
YEG in Alberta decided to go big and bold by making its air traffic control tower a piece of artwork in and of itself.
New Beauty Concept Store at JFK Int’l Caters to Style-Conscious Passengers
In addition to yellow taxicabs and world-class arts, New York City is known for cutting-edge fashion and beauty—and they all can be found at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). A new retail concession in Terminal 4 showcases the city’s focus on beauty, in particular.
O’Hare Unveils Larger, More Modern Terminal 5
Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is taking a metered approach to building its new Global Terminal, which is tentatively slated to begin construction in 2026 and open by 2030.

Replacement Terminal Adds Exit Lane Security (& a Bit of Visual Whimsy)

With an overall updated design and the addition of devices to help hearing-impaired visitors, the new $36 million terminal at Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) in Michigan is easier on the eyes - and ears - than the old terminal it replaced. It also has new exit lane technology to help deter security breaches and prevent unauthorized access to secure areas.

Are You Leveraging Your Natural Resources?

Airports generally aren't situated atop deposits of minerals, gas or other resources that can readily be turned into cash. And taking passengers' gold and silver fillings is probably out of the question. There are, however, ways to mine airports' other hidden assets.

New Terminal Features $6 Million Art Collection

Sacramento International Airport's new central Terminal B was not only the largest construction project in Sacramento County's history, it also houses the county's largest public art project to date.

Dual-Track People Mover Connects Landside & Airside Facilities

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) wanted a showcase system to transport people between its new landside terminal and airside concourse, and it got exactly that.

Common-Use Passenger Processing & Smart Technology Permeate Terminal B

The new Terminal B at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) opened for operations in early October, travelers, tenants and airlines stepped into a state-of-the-art facility. The new information technology system that was installed replaces elements that had been online since 1967.

Airside Concourse Provides Sacramento Feel with the Comforts of Home

The 316,000-square-foot airside concourse in the new Terminal B at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) includes 19 gates, concessions with local ties, upgraded seating with built-in power and a dual-shuttle automated people mover to connect it to the landside terminal.

Landside Terminal Focuses on the Customer

When Sacramento International Airport (SMF) built the new four-story, 424,000-square-foot landside portion of its new Terminal B, "passenger experience" was a top design criterion. The result, say team and airport officials, is an airy building with clean lines that is easy for visitors to navigate.

Financial Planning Pays Off

Making a case for the "Big Build" construction of Terminal B Sacramento International Airport (SMF) wasn't a tough sell for airport director G. Hardy Acree - even amid particularly tough economic conditions when crews broke ground in 2008.

Our Big Build is Complete

This project began with an overarching goal to ultimately build a terminal that would serve the Sacramento region for decades to come. The new Central Terminal B accomplishes this goal and will serve as a foundation for future growth opportunities at lower incremental costs.

Getting Customer Service Right

Customer service is an important part of busniess. Airports have seen a trend in lower customer satisfaction and are working to improve it.

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New Terminal Features $6 Million Art Collection

Sacramento International Airport's new central Terminal B was not only the largest construction project in Sacramento County's history, it also houses the county's largest public art project to date.

Dual-Track People Mover Connects Landside & Airside Facilities

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) wanted a showcase system to transport people between its new landside terminal and airside concourse, and it got exactly that.

Common-Use Passenger Processing & Smart Technology Permeate Terminal B

The new Terminal B at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) opened for operations in early October, travelers, tenants and airlines stepped into a state-of-the-art facility. The new information technology system that was installed replaces elements that had been online since 1967.

Airside Concourse Provides Sacramento Feel with the Comforts of Home

The 316,000-square-foot airside concourse in the new Terminal B at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) includes 19 gates, concessions with local ties, upgraded seating with built-in power and a dual-shuttle automated people mover to connect it to the landside terminal.

Landside Terminal Focuses on the Customer

When Sacramento International Airport (SMF) built the new four-story, 424,000-square-foot landside portion of its new Terminal B, "passenger experience" was a top design criterion. The result, say team and airport officials, is an airy building with clean lines that is easy for visitors to navigate.

Financial Planning Pays Off

Making a case for the "Big Build" construction of Terminal B Sacramento International Airport (SMF) wasn't a tough sell for airport director G. Hardy Acree - even amid particularly tough economic conditions when crews broke ground in 2008.

Our Big Build is Complete

This project began with an overarching goal to ultimately build a terminal that would serve the Sacramento region for decades to come. The new Central Terminal B accomplishes this goal and will serve as a foundation for future growth opportunities at lower incremental costs.

Getting Customer Service Right

Customer service is an important part of busniess. Airports have seen a trend in lower customer satisfaction and are working to improve it.

O'Hare Int'l Applies Cooler, Greener Taxiway Asphalt

In an ongoing effort to find ways to go green and boost social responsibility during its massive modernization program, O'Hare became the first airport in the Midwest to apply warm-mix asphalt to an airport taxiway.

Lehigh Valley Int'l Outsources Airport Management

Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority turned over management of Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) to a private operator for at least two years. The move to outsource its top job followed a period of management unrest at the mid-size eastern Pennsylvania airport.

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