Biden-Harris administration commits $290 Million for new runway at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) committed $290 million in Airport Improvement Programme (AIP) funding to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to assist with the development of its new fourth runway. 

The project broke ground in June 2023 and will allow the airport to expand flight capacity while reducing delays. The airport anticipates construction to be completed by the fall of 2027. 

“The FAA and the Biden-Harris Administration are committed to ensuring the safest and most stress-free experience for travellers possible,” said FAA Associate Administrator for Airports, Shannetta R. Griffin, P.E. “This fourth runway delivers on both – not only for travellers in and out of Charlotte but for those flying from the nearly 200 cities with routes to CLT.”

In addition to the fourth runway, the grant will also help fund the completion of north and south end-around taxiways and other airfield improvements to enhance safety and increase capacity.  

“We are thrilled to receive this notable investment from the FAA,” said CLT Chief Executive Officer Haley Gentry. “The funding will enable the airport to continue progress on this crucial and nationally significant infrastructure project, boosting capacity and operational efficiency.”

Amex Centurion Lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport opens tomorrow.

American Express Announces Opening of Its 11th Centurion® Lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
The New Centurion Lounge Offers Sophisticated Design With Nods to Charlotte's Southern Charm

American Express has announced that The Centurion Lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) will open tomorrow, Monday, February 24th, 2020, marking the company’s 11th location within its iconic Centurion Lounge network.

As the seventh busiest airport in the world and with more than 46 million travellers passing through, Charlotte Douglas International Airport will host one of the largest Centurion Lounges to date spanning more than 13,000 square feet. The new Centurion Lounge location will welcome Platinum Card®, Centurion® and Delta Reserve Card Members and their guests to redefine their pre-flight experience with top of the line amenities and a premium dining menu curated by James Beard semifinalist and local Charlotte Chef, Joe Kindred. The new location will be located post-security on the top floor of the airport’s newly expanded area called “The Plaza,” situated between Concourses D and E.