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American Airlines to Be Main Carrier for New Sky Harbor Terminal
American will operate from the new terminal, which airport officials say is designed to handle more than 40% of Sky Harbor traffic.
- Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport officials announced on Monday that American Airlines will serve as the primary carrier for the planned West Terminal, the airport's first new terminal construction since 1990.
- Construction of the West Terminal could begin in late 2029 with a potential opening in late 2033, situated between the existing terminal and a taxiway expected to be completed in 2027.
- American Airlines currently serves more than 40% of Sky Harbor passengers, carrying more than 20 million customers annually and employing 8,000 team members across Arizona, American Airlines CEO Robert Isom stated.
- Officials stated the new terminal will optimize future domestic and international growth and serve as the airport's gateway for Phoenix's expanding international traffic and wide-body aircraft operations.
- An industry event on Nov. 4 will share the West Terminal's vision as part of the "Destination PHX" development program, with details on how small businesses can participate in the project.
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Phoenix Airport’s Next Terminal Takes Shape Around American Airlines
Phoenix Sky Harbor is planning for a very different airport a decade from now, and American Airlines will have a central role in that expansion. The airline has been selected as the primary carrier for a planned West Terminal, giving the project an anchor tenant before its design is finalized. The terminal will be built […]
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