Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) continues its ambitious expansion plans to accommodate increasing passenger and cargo traffic. Anticipating a rise in passengers from 110 million this year to beyond 125 million by 2029, the airport's investment in the ATLNext program is a critical step forward.
The ATLNext program, a $11.6 billion initiative, is aimed at improving service capacity and passenger experience. A significant portion of this strategy aligns with the airport's master plan initiated in 2011, which endeavored to manage the projected uptick in passenger numbers by focusing on five key areas: terminal complex revitalization, parking enhancements, airside operations advancements, air cargo improvements, and support facilities upgrades.
Key achievements under ATLNext include the construction of canopies at the domestic terminal, modernization of terminal architecture, extension of Concourse T, and airside improvements such as the addition of a new taxiway to boost safety and efficiency.