Building on nearly 40 years of commitment to Miami, American Airlines and its partners are defining the next generation of travel at Miami International Airport (MIA).
CEO Robert Isom and airline officials joined representatives from Miami-Dade County, Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD) and local, state, federal and community partners to unveil plans and renderings for a reimagined Concourse D, which will enhance operations, elevate the customer experience and make international travel more seamless.
Isom said: “Miami is an essential hub and international gateway for American, and it’s a key part of our history and our future.
“The brand-new, reimagined D60 is a transformational project that will provide a much-improved experience for our customers and our team.
“This investment, alongside new premium lounges and new routes, reflects our shared commitment with Miami-Dade County and the airport to ensure Miami remains the preeminent U.S. gateway to Latin America.”
Set to break ground in 2027, the Gate D60 project charts the next chapter of travel at MIA, with a new concourse expansion designed for a premier airport.
Currently equipped to support ground operations for smaller regional jets, the new three-level Concourse D extension will create 17 new aircraft gates to accommodate larger aircraft and eliminate outside boarding.
The project will expand a single shared boarding area to include adjoining boarding spaces for every gate to improve flow and provide customers with more space and comfort.
The expansion makes international travel more seamless with future capability to accommodate international arrivals and direct third-floor access to the MIA customs hall.
The new concourse will feature bright, expansive spaces with sprawling indoor palm trees, as well as new dining and shopping options for travellers.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said: “The D60 expansion is one of the most monumental customer service improvements within our unprecedented airport-wide modernisation plan, which will transform the passenger experience at MIA from the cabin to the curb over the next five years.”
Juan Carlos Liscano, American’s VP of MIA Operations, said: “American and Miami-Dade have built a partnership across decades that intertwines our success and vitality. We share a vision and legacy that has elevated Miami into the leading global gateway it is today — and positions us for exciting growth ahead.
“Our continued momentum is powered by 15,500 MIA-based team members who reflect the vibrancy of the communities we serve and embody our pride in being Miami’s hometown airline.
“This expansion is a testament to our commitment for the long term — thanks to our customers, our team and our partners at Miami-Dade County.”
American is the largest for-profit employer in the county and partners with schools like George T. Baker Aviation Technical College and Florida Memorial University Wyman School of Aviation to build a pipeline of local talent.
