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New Orleans Airport: Record growth as new terminal debut nears

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong International airport posted record passenger levels for the fourth consecutive year in a row for 2018, which cements the airport's status as one of the fastest growing medium sized airports in the US.

Although Southwest remains the airport's largest airline, the ULCC Spirit is New Orleans' fastest growing operator, offering service to 20 destinations from Louis Armstrong International. New Orleans is one of the key leisure destinations that Spirit has selected for expansion, and it has achieved a double digit share of enplaned passengers.

The airport marks a major milestone in 2019 with the opening of a new terminal that will support continued growth. The project has had its fits and starts, but ultimately should create new levels of efficiency for both airlines and passengers, compared with the airport's current 60 year old terminal.

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