Overview

• United and American Airlines have agreed to a new construction sequence for O’Hare International Airport, focusing first on the Global Terminal.
• The agreement comes after prolonged negotiations and aims to keep the project within the original $8.5 billion budget amidst rising costs.
• Construction will be phased, with the Global Terminal as the priority, which is crucial for maintaining O’Hare’s status as a global hub.
• The revised plan promises faster delivery of critical infrastructure, with potential delays for less essential parts like additional satellite concourses.
• Local officials and airlines emphasize collaboration to ensure the project’s timely completion and budget adherence.