If you’ve driven past John Glenn Columbus International Airport lately, you’ve likely noticed a massive shift in the skyline. Cranes are raised, engines are humming, and steel supports are officially reaching for the sky. To the south of International Gateway, the new terminal and elevated roadway are taking shape. To the north, we are seeing progress moving on our new parking garage – a cornerstone of CMH Next, our new
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) announced the successful sale of approximately $1.2 billion in general airport revenue bonds, a critical step in financing the construction of CMH Next, the new terminal at John Glenn Columbus International Airport. “This successful bond issuance reflects the strong investor confidence in the future of Columbus and the vital role our airport plays in driving economic growth,” said CRAA President &
COLUMBUS, Ohio — CMH Next, the new terminal project at John Glenn Columbus International Airport, is taking off, bringing noticeable changes to prepare for construction. Beginning the week of January 13, passengers traveling to John Glenn International will encounter two changes along the roadway: Traffic pattern adjustments on International Gateway: Eastbound traffic reduction: Traffic heading east on International Gateway will be reduced to two lanes, shifting slightly north before widening again
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus Regional Airport Authority President & CEO Joseph R. Nardone and Board of Directors Chair Elizabeth P. Kessler today welcomed state and local officials, airport partners, and members of the community to the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new terminal at John Glenn Columbus International Airport. “Our new terminal is only possible thanks to the support of our many partners, community members, and airport employees, who have
COLUMBUS, Ohio — In preparation for the upcoming new terminal construction project, the Blue Shuttle Lot at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) will close to new parkers on December 9. A new, 2,550-car expansion will open in the Red Lot at the same time to accommodate additional cars. “Closing the Blue Shuttle Lot marks a major step forward as we prepare the site for our new terminal,” said Joseph
Where we are: A legacy of air travel Let’s take a trip back to where it all began. It’s 1929, and the excitement is palpable at the grand opening of our original terminal building. Thousands gathered July 8 to witness history as passengers boarded two Ford Tri-Motor aircraft. Among them was none other than the legendary Amelia Earhart, embarking on a transcontinental journey. Fast forward to 1958 – Columbus was
Last month, more than 50 small, local, minority, and veteran-owned businesses attended an outreach event to learn how they can be part of the team that builds our community’s terminal for the future. At the Columbus Regional Airport Authority, we believe the new terminal at John Glenn Columbus International should reflect the people and businesses of our region — in both design and delivery. That’s why we’ve taken a proactive
COLUMBUS, OH — Coming off the heels of the busiest February in Columbus’ air travel history, last week marked the busiest travel week on record. An estimated 196,000 passengers traveled through John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and the Rickenbacker Passenger Terminal the week of March 18, breaking the previous record set the week of July 15, 2019. Additionally, during the month of February, a record 629,621 passengers traveled through
The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) continues to make progress on the new terminal project for John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) with the CRAA Board of Directors recently approving the initial construction bid package. The milestone is marked with the launch of CMHNext.com – an information hub for the new terminal project that will be updated throughout the life of the project.
