Last Friday, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Senator Dick Durbin took part in a groundbreaking ceremony at O’Hare International Airport. The politicians joined airport officials in lifting shovels of dirt on the last runway extension in O’Hare’s $8.5 billion upgrade.
The runway, expected for completion within the next two years, is part of the O’Hare Modernization Program. Other parts of the project include replacing Terminal 2 with a new global terminal; greatly expanding Terminals 1, 3 and 5; increasing total gates from 180 to 220; updating security screenings; and much more. Completion of all projects is targeted for 2026.
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While the project will increase O’Hare’s capacity, it also will improve the process for travelers. Self-service kiosks, expedited security screenings, more flight options and other residual effects make for a faster, easier, less stressful time for travelers.
Taxpayers are relieved to know the project is paid for by the airlines. Furthermore, Chicago officials estimate the new and improved O’Hare will add more than $50 million annually to the Cook County economy.
— John Wroblewski, online writer
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