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Miami International Airport (MIA), one of Florida's busiest airports, is set to undergo significant upgrades as part of the Modernization in Action Plan. This initiative, led by Miami-Dade County officials and supported by Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, aims to ensure the airport is ready for future demands. The plan includes renovations to existing infrastructure such as escalators, elevators, moving walkways, public restrooms, and passenger loading bridges.
Mayor Levine Cava's proposal comes amid discussions among county officials about potentially developing a new airport due to capacity concerns. Kevin Marino Cabrera has pointed out that Miami International Airport is nearing its limits and faces numerous infrastructure issues. Despite these challenges, the current plan focuses on renovating MIA under a $9 billion program designed to make it "Future Ready."
The airport currently serves over 53 million passengers annually and handles more than three million tons of cargo. It acts as a major hub for airlines connecting the United States with South America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe, and Africa. With projections showing an increase to 77 million passengers and four million tons of freight by 2040, further expansions are planned.
