Delta Air Lines and Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) have formally kicked off the Delta Sky Way at Los Angeles airport project.
The Delta’s $1.86 billion plan to modernise, upgrade and connect Terminals 2, 3, and the Tom Bradley International Terminal (Terminal B).
The approval of largest tenant improvement award in LAWA history has cleared the way for demolition and construction to start this fall.
Construction is expected to begin this fall. The project kick-off follows the LAWA Board of Airport Commissioners’ recent approval of the largest tenant improvement award in its history, which cleared the way for the Delta Sky Way at Los Angeles airport to begin.
Mayor of Los Angeles, Eric Garcetti, Delta Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ed Bastian, LA City Council member, Mike Bonin, LAWA Commissioner, Sean Burton and LAWA CEO, Deborah Flint celebrated the milestone today at a press conference where they also shared new renderings of the future facility.
“Los Angeles is constantly reaching new heights, and today’s project launch creates jobs and forges global connections,” said Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti. Adding, “The modernization of Terminals 2 and 3 is an investment in our economy and people, and Delta’s partnership is helping to accelerate an era of growth and innovation in Los Angeles.”
“Nearly 10 years ago, we made a commitment to be LA’s premier, premium airline. Today, LAX is one of the most important hubs in our network where we operate more than 170 daily flights and connect more passengers to our partner airlines than anywhere else in the U.S.,” said Delta CEO Ed Bastian.
“The Delta Sky Way at LAX project is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to invest in and transform the airport experience in partnership with LAWA and the City of Los Angeles. Delta is excited and proud to be leading the way not just in Los Angelos but in our hubs across the country, with more than $12 billion in airport infrastructure investments in progress over the next few years.”
“Our vision is a gold-standard airport, and one of our strategic plan goals is delivering exceptional facilities and experiences at the same time,” said LAWA CEO Deborah Flint. “And even though that is no easy feat, I am confident that with the team at Delta and the partnership we have, that we can achieve that vision.”
Delta and LAWA also released new renderings of the facility today, which show the interior and exterior of the shared “headhouse” of Terminals 2 and 3; the interior, secured side of Terminal 3; and the connector between Terminal 3 and Terminal B, among other perspectives.
When completed, the modern facility will offer more security screening capacity with automated security lanes, more gate-area seating, and a world-class concession program in partnership with Westfield Corporation, in addition to all the amenities that Delta’s customers have come to expect at LAX, including the Delta ONE at LAX check-in space, new Delta Sky Club; and the integrated in-line baggage system. Other key features and benefits include:
- A 27-gate complex on Terminals 2 and 3 with a secure connection to Terminal B, enabling Delta and its partners to effectively utilize gates there as well.
- Brand new headhouse with centralized lobby, security screening checkpoint, and baggage claim
- Completely reconstructed Terminal 3
- A convenient bridge connecting Terminals 2, 3, and B on the secure side of the airport, as well as a dedicated baggage recheck and security checkpoint for seamless connection of international to domestic transfers, enabling significantly faster connections
- Premium retail and dining lineup
- Convenient and contemporary restroom facilities
- More access to power in the gate areas
- Modern and intuitive signage
- State-of-the-art finishes
- Emergency power generators for better operational recovery
- Connection to the automated people mover, which is expected to be fully operational in 2023
- Airfield efficiency including dual taxi lanes.The airline has encouraged passengers to take the following actions for a more efficient experience during construction:
- Download the Fly Delta App.The Fly Delta App gives customers access to the industry’s most innovative airport wayfinding maps, which guides customers with turn-by-turn walking directions to their next gate, a restaurant or even baggage claim.
- Check terminal and gate information prior to arriving at LAX.Delta customers should use the Fly Delta app or com to confirm their bag drop terminal, which could be different from their departure terminal, and reconfirm gate information upon arrival at the airport.
- Arrive early.Delta recommends arriving two hours prior to domestic departures and four hours prior to international departures.
- When in doubt, ask for help. Delta’s airport customer service team is always available to answer questions and assist with wayfinding.
