Sept. 28, 2023 – Destination CLT, the Airport’s $4 billion capital investment program, is helping prepare Charlotte Douglas International Airport for the future.
Fourth Parallel Runway
CLT’s fourth parallel runway broke ground in early June. The $1 billion project is in the early grading process. Storm drainage systems also are being installed.
The final design for the runway will be completed in summer 2024. Currently, the design along with the designs for the North End Around Taxiway (NEAT), South End Around Taxiway (SEAT) and West Boulevard, which is being relocated as part of the project, are about 60% complete.
The 10,000- by 150-foot-wide runway is located west of Runway 18C/36C. Paving will start in 2025. The runway is on track for a fall 2027 commissioning.
Concourse A Expansion Phase II
Construction on utilities, flooring, roofing and baggage handling systems are ongoing for Concourse A Expansion Phase II. The HVAC and electrical systems will be activated by the end of this year.
The 10-gate addition will be home to seven Delta Air Lines and three common use gates. It is expected to open in fall 2024.
Airport Overlook
Construction on the new Airport Overlook began on Aug. 21. Crews have been working on the project’s erosion control and grading. Utilities and restrooms installation will begin this fall.
The new Airport Overlook will include views of Runway 18C/36C and the future fourth parallel runway, picnic tables, restrooms, two-age-specific playgrounds, a static aircraft display and a dedicated memorial for USAir Flight 1016.
Opening is scheduled for summer 2024.
