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American Confirms 2026 Overhaul of DCA Concourse D Admirals Club

The aging lounge will close early next year ahead of construction on a larger, modernized space with roughly 50% more seats.

Overview

  • American says the Concourse D club will be expanded to about 10,000 square feet with approximately 50% more seating, with construction starting in early 2026.
  • The existing lounge is slated to shut temporarily early next year to clear the way for the renovation.
  • Carrier renderings show a cozier design with tan wood, brown leather, a fireplace, and airside views of the U.S. Capitol and Washington Monument.
  • During the closure, travelers can use Admirals Clubs in Concourses C and E, with additional options at the Amex Centurion Lounge and Capital One Landing.
  • The project is part of a broader lounge upgrade push that includes a new PHL Flagship–Admirals combination and planned CLT expansions, with American pledging more announcements and improved food and beverage offerings.