![]() ![]() The second phase of the project includes building out the east portion of the Concourse A and tearing down existing structures. The west portion of the Concourse B opened in October of 2020. The first phase, which opened in September of 2020, includes a new parking garage, a central terminal, and the west portion of the Concourse A. The long-range development schedule for the new facilities provides the airport the flexibility to react to changing economic conditions and travel patterns. ![]() The terminal and concourses are designed to meet high environmental standards and aims to meet LEED Gold rating from the U.S. A single terminal eliminates redundant facilities for passenger check-in, security screening and baggage claim. The new terminal and concourses eliminated airplane-parking bottlenecks and allow aircraft to get back in the air more quickly, which means fewer delays for passengers. For example, most up and down movements via escalators and elevators have been eliminated, making facilities easier and quicker to navigate. The new terminal and concourses have state-of-the-art functionality and ease-of-use. The new airport will be designed to meet Salt Lake City’s needs for decades to come and be adaptable to the constantly changing aviation industry. Salt Lake City Department of Airports has spent years assessing the best approach to a flexible design that meets operational needs, user convenience and sustainability. Provide flexible, right-sized design for the future ![]() In short, though the former facilities served the airport well, it’s time to make way for the next generation of airport design. Security needs are vastly different from when the airport was originally constructed and buildings no longer meet earthquake safety standards. Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) served more than 26 million passengers a year in facilities constructed 60 years ago to handle half as many travelers. SLC is now a hub airport with many flights arriving and departing around the same time. Why Rebuild SLC? Replace obsolete facilities ![]()
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