Alaska Airlines to invest USD2.3bn across four US airports to improve airport operations

Alaska Airlines announced (24-Mar-2022) a USD2.3 billion infrastructure investment into key US airports to enhance guest experiences and improve airport operations. Airport investments include:

• Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
  • USD400 million major terminal project involving increased capacity at security and ticketing areas;
  • USD7 million airport lounge upgrades;
• San Francisco International Airport:
  • Partially funding the USD2.4 billion Harvey Milk Terminal 1 project;
  • Terminal migration from Terminal 2 to Harvey Milk Terminal 1 in 2024, allowing for ease of transit between Alaska Airlines and other oneworld member airlines;
• Portland International Airport:
  • Partially funding a USD1.6 billion terminal remodelling project involving expanded lobby space, streamlined check-in, and additional dining and retail options;
  • USD115 million Concourse B upgrade;
  • USD1.5 million airport lounge upgrades;
• Los Angeles International Airport;
  • USD230 million investment into Terminal 6, involving gate area overhaul, 20% more gates, and new lighting, carpet and seating. [more - original PR]