
With assistance from Arup, Delta orchestrated the most challenging terminal move in commercial aviation history – the first step of a major modernisation programme.
Just before midnight on 12 May, Delta and Arup began the epic process of shifting Delta’s hub operations at Los Angeles International Airport from Terminals 5 and 6 to 2 and 3. As design manager, Arup was responsible for leading and coordinating all design activities on behalf of Delta Air Lines, which included three design teams working across five terminals.
A wide range of projects were required to facilitate the move including an overhaul of the existing ITC systems and installation of proprietary systems and equipment, the renovation and rebranding of passenger facilities including check-in and airline lounges, various capacity enhancement projects, and the restriping of 53 aircraft gates.