Two new 2,400-lb. smokers were recently delivered to the New Terminal construction site. The smokers will be installed in the Kansas City Barbecue Experience, an 8,000 square foot competition-BBQ-themed restaurant located in Concourse B. An...
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October 19, 2022
Charging Stations Installation Begins
Departure lounge seating and charging stations have arrived at the Build KCI site. The high-top tables are fitted with outlets, USB ports, and wireless charging pads, and will be found throughout the New Terminal at...
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October 14, 2022
Terrazzo Work Nears the Finish Line
As progress continues on the Kansas City International Airport New Terminal’s terrazzo flooring, crews have begun the process of installing carborundum strips at all elevation changes. The addition of these strips improves traction on the...
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October 13, 2022
Back of House Spaces Get Final Touches
Finishes and furniture installation are underway in the Kansas City International Airport New Terminal’s “back of house” airline operations spaces. These spaces, including break areas, locker rooms, and offices, are located on the facility’s lower...
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October 7, 2022
Air Travel Simulator Takes Shape
Assembly of the Kansas City Air Travel Experience simulator is well underway. The Build KCI Team is focused on ensuring the New Terminal at Kansas City International Airport sets a new high bar for inclusivity...
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September 29, 2022
Work Progresses on Glass Boarding Bridges
Thirty three of the Kansas City International Airport New Terminal’s 39 all-glass passenger boarding bridges have arrived on site with the remaining bridges to be delivered in October. To date, commissioning and pre-functional testing is...
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September 28, 2022
Floor and Ceiling Time-Lapse Video
Check out a time-lapse video showing the progress on the terrazzo floors and wood ceilings in the Kansas City International Airport New Terminal Check In Hall. As these projects near completion, elements like ticket counters...
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September 22, 2022
New Baggage Carousels Enter Testing Phase
Baggage Handling System testing, including running the arrivals-level carousels like this one in the international arrivals area, is currently underway in the New Terminal at Kansas City International Airport. With more than 90 percent of...
Concessions, Latest Updates
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September 21, 2022
Concessions Are On Board
See the full concessions list of unique shops and tasty restaurants for the New Terminal. Our master concessionaire, Vantage Airport Group, has rounded up nearly 50 local and national brands which travelers will soon be...
