Governor of Hochul and Port Authority Executive Director Rick Cotton, Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian and JFKIAT CEO Roel Huinink jointly started the construction, costing 1.5 billion US dollars to expand the Kennedy Airport Terminal 4

The groundbreaking terminal expansion project will unify Delta operations, add 10 new boarding gates and expand the check-in and arrival area in the T4 terminal

A key component of the overall transformation of the Port Authority's Kennedy Airport-Delta Air Lines is the second groundbreaking project

Expansion and modernization of the existing terminal, including new retail and discount options, modern technology, upgraded ticketing and gate areas, and new self-service baggage checks

The coming year will be the busiest year for Port Authority Kennedy's transformation

Governor Kathy Hochul today celebrated an important milestone in the Port Authority's renovation of John F. Kennedy International Airport, the $1.5 billion privately financed expansion and the groundbreaking of the modernized Terminal 4. Earlier this year, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey reached an amended agreement with Delta Air Lines and Terminal 4 operator Kennedy International Airport (JFKIAT) to expand facilities and integrate Delta’s operations there .

Governor Hochell said: “Today’s groundbreaking is an important part of New York’s recovery from the difficulties we experienced during the pandemic.” “The economic impact of this transition will last for decades, while consolidating our state’s welcome A global leader in tourists from abroad and returning home. I look forward to all this partnership with the Port Authority and Delta Airlines to New York."

Earlier this year, the reorganization and revision agreement for Terminal 4 was successfully negotiated and was approved by the Port Authority Commissioner's Committee at the April board meeting. The plan was originally authorized by the Port Authority Board of Directors in February 2020 before the pandemic, but was revised due to the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on air travel. Earlier this year, the board of directors agreed to sign revised lease amendments with Kennedy International Airport and Delta Air Lines to expand and renovate the arrival and departure halls of Terminal 4 and the main hall expansion to add 10 new gates, refurbishment The existing halls and roads are upgraded to improve vehicle traffic. The expansion of Terminal 4 is expected to be completed in 2023, and Delta Air Lines will integrate its operations in 2023. The expansion and upgrade of Terminal 4 is expected to bring more than 1,500 jobs, including more than 1,000 union construction jobs.

Kevin O'Toole, Chairman of the Port Authority, said: “Today, we celebrate the expansion and renovation of Terminal 4 of John F. Kennedy International Airport. After completion, it will be completed through extensive renovation and increased boarding gate display. To improve the customer experience and provide thousands of jobs for local residents. Millions of people travel through this airport every year, and it is vital that we maintain our leading position as the largest international gateway to the country."

Rick Cotton, Executive Director of the Port Authority, said: “As the transformation of JFK International Airport continues, this breakthrough moment is a transformative moment for the Port Authority and its partners. We look forward to seeing the development of Terminal 4 With the expansion, Delta Air Lines and JFK Airport will continue to work together there to provide first-class customer service. We are very pleased to see this project move forward. This is our plan to transform JFK Airport into a world-class airport that the region deserves The key part of it."

Jeffrey Linford, Vice Chairman of the Port Authority, said: “For more than 70 years, JFK Airport has been a gateway to domestic and international travel, and a major driving force for our regional economy. This pioneering initiative at Terminal 4 is our A key part of realizing the transformation of JFK Airport in the process of improving the passenger experience and building a world-class airport. The project will create thousands of high-paying union construction jobs while providing local businesses with billions of contract opportunities. This fact Make it even more exciting. As we emerge from the pandemic, rebuilding major infrastructure projects such as JFK International Airport are critical to getting the economy back on track, and the Port Authority looks forward to contributing to the recovery by continuing to invest in our facilities in the region ."

Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian said: “We look forward to building a world-class airport that exceeds expectations in the next few years. Our continued major investment will continue to provide our customers and employees with They deserve the quality travel experience at JFK. Thanks to our partners at the Port Authority and JFK for helping us realize this vision."

Roel Huinink, President and CEO of JFKIAT, said: “Today’s breakthrough marks an important milestone in the development of Terminal 4 into one of the most modern and efficient terminals in the world. As a company located in Queens, Kennedy International The airport sees this expansion as an opportunity to revitalize our local economy after the pandemic. We are committed to working with our partners to ensure that this world-class initiative benefits our communities. We look forward to working with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey as well as American Airlines is working together to provide a first-class customer experience to restore public confidence in air travel."

Representative Gregory W. Meeks said: "I congratulate the Port Authority, Delta Air Lines and the JFK Terminal 4 for the groundbreaking of the construction of Terminal 4 at JFK Airport. This is a key stage in the transformation of JFK Airport. In the process of rebuilding the airport. , Rick Cotton, Executive Director of the Port Authority, has been maintaining communication with the local community, and at the same time creating employment opportunities that are beneficial to MWBE and local businesses. As the co-chair of the Kennedy Rebuilding Community Advisory Committee, I have witnessed the Port Authority’s commitment and look forward to its continued progress ."

Donovan Richards Jr., Mayor of Queens, said: “The overhaul of Terminal 4 is not just a new departure and arrival hall or hall extension. This project represents a major impact on the economic health of Queens. Large-scale investment, through the creation of thousands of high-paying jobs, signing opportunities for local companies, a firm commitment to participating in MWBE, etc. With the $9.5 USD Terminal 1 project and the USD 3.9 billion new Terminal 6 Combining buildings, this complete transformation of JFK Airport will economically upgrade descendants of Queens, while giving millions of people from all over the world an incredible first impression of Queens, New York City and the entire New York State. ."

Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. said: “As long as we can break ground on such a major project, everyone will win. I have lived next to the airport all my life. I know about the massive expansion and expansion of Kennedy Terminal 4. Modernization will not only benefit the airport and millions of tourists each year, but it is also expected to create more than 2,000 jobs, including more than 1,000 jobs. Union construction work, which will benefit the local community. I look forward to seeing this project succeed Results!" 

Senator Leroy Comrie said: "As the JFK Airport redevelopment project continues to reach new milestones, New Yorkers and global travelers will eventually become the beneficiaries of the airport's expansion and modernization, creating a world-class transportation hub. More than 1 billion US dollars Private investment, coupled with partnerships with the Port Authority and the Kennedy Reconstruction Community Advisory Committee, will produce the results that our city, state, and Queens deserve. I look forward to continuing the work we have done in the past few years, but it will definitely help Bringing safe and convenient air travel, commerce and commerce back to our state, the truly transformed JFK Airport. I would like to commend Governor Hochul, Port Authority Executive Director Rick Cotton, Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian, and JFKIAT CEO Roel Huinink And the leadership that all our community partners have played in making this vision of a public-private partnership a reality."

Assembly member Alicia Hyndman said: “Today marks the major progress of Kennedy Terminal 4. As the $1.5 billion expansion project will be carried out in just a few months, this expansion will not only Expansion of check-in and arrival areas will also create faster and better check-in times. With the most advanced technology, self-service kiosks and new self-service baggage checkpoints. Expansion brings 2,000 new jobs and 1,000 union construction jobs Post, this will also ensure that my 29th District Council and Southeast Queens community flourish. Let’s get to work!" 

Assemblyman Stacey Pheffer Amato said: "Governor Kathy Hochul and the Port Authority have once again demonstrated how serious they are about investing in Southern Queens and JFK Airport because we have turned it into a world-class airport for the people of this great borough. With We are on the road to economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. We desperately need the jobs and opportunities that the airport will provide to the people of Queens. I want to thank the governor, the port authority and Delta Air Lines for their commitments. I can’t wait. This project has taken off!"

Assemblyman Khaleel Anderson said: “With today’s announcement of a $1.5 billion private investment to expand and modernize JFK Airport Terminal 4, we continue to see a bold commitment to world-class development in southeast Queens. State representative, my priority is to bridge such promising economic opportunities and local demand for union jobs, occupations, and obtaining MWBE contracts, which will reduce unemployment and help ensure a fair recovery in communities hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic I look forward to working with Governor Kathy Hochul, my colleague in the elected government, the Port Authority, private developers, and the Kennedy Reconstruction Community Advisory Committee."

Council member Adrienne Adams said: “The new Terminal One at JFK Airport will enhance the travel experience for New Yorkers and tourists, stimulate our local economy, and provide important opportunities for small businesses, residents, and students. As New York City Recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, I look forward to seeing the impact and benefits of this transformative project."

Council member election Nataluka Williams said, “As a resident councillor for residents of the Northeast Queen’s Republic community and one of the creators of community development efforts, namely JFK Reconstruction, I’m very happy that the T4 project is underway. When we When we were hit by COVID-19, we had to turn to but never stopped our efforts to ensure that the efforts of the plan are carefully coordinated with the Southeast Queens community. I look forward to further realizing the plan as I serve the community in my new identity Target."

Board member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers said: "I am honored to be present with the New York Port Authority and New Jersey Executive Director Rick Cotton, Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian, and JFK CEO Roel Huinink. A pioneering event, and announced an investment of US$1.5 billion to expand Terminal 4, bringing the most advanced terminal to my community and all New Yorkers. This expansion and upgrade will provide more than 2,000 new jobs— -Including 1,000 union construction jobs-to realize one of the modernizations "New York's main international transportation pipeline." I look forward to our continued cooperation to ensure that residents of Southeast Queens are given priority in these milestones. " 

Gary LaBarbera, Chairman of the Construction Industry Council of Greater New York, said: “The redevelopment plan of Terminal 4 at JFK Airport is an important part of the construction for the future of New York. It has changed our city’s transportation infrastructure and created tens of thousands of Middle-class occupations that have benefited from this process. New York deserves to have world-class airports that are not only recognized worldwide, but also respected all over the world. We thank Governor Hochul for advancing this landmark infrastructure project Effective leadership."

Kathryn Wylde, President and CEO of New York City Partnerships said: “The new Delta Terminal is a credit to Governor Hochul’s commitment to modernizing the airport and leveraging private sector investment to make New York the number one destination for tourists. With the return of tourists , The new state-of-the-art facilities and expanded capacity are critical and will greatly benefit the local community and bring thousands of jobs to Queens."

Thomas J. Grech, President and CEO of the Queens Chamber of Commerce, said: “As the oldest and largest business association in Queens, we are proud to be able to collaborate with Governor Hochul and our offices at the Port Authority, Delta Air Lines and JFK International Airport. Friends stand together to celebrate this historic US$1.5 billion investment to expand and modernize Terminal 4. This investment will strengthen key parts of our region’s transportation infrastructure, create jobs, and help Queens Small businesses, especially MWBE, provide opportunities. Small businesses in Queens rely on our aviation infrastructure, and Kennedy’s transformation is critical to our region’s economic recovery."

Kevin W. Alexander, President and CEO of Rockaway Development & Revitalization Corporation, said: “The $1.5 billion Port Authority Kennedy Terminal 4 project launched today is not only for the southeast of Queens but also for the entire New York City. A milestone. The transformation of Kennedy International Airport into a world-class airport reflects our spirit of diversity and tolerance in all aspects of the Kennedy reconstruction project. It is an opportunity for us to show the world how you will develop when you have a forward-thinking leader -Governor Kathy Hochul, PANY /NJ Executive Director Rick Cotton, Kennedy Consulting Co-Chairman Congressman Gregory Meeks, Queens President Donovan Richards, and the leader of the Terminal 4 team-Delta Air Lines and JFK International Airport work together. The co-chair of the Kennedy Community Advisory Committee Workforce and Career Development Committee, we look forward to working with the Terminal 4 project team to allow our community members to participate, prepare, and prepare not only temporary jobs, but also life-changing careers, entrepreneurship, and Business opportunity."

Carol A. Scissura, Chairman and CEO of the New York Building Congress, said: “As we break ground on this expansion, the historic transformation of JFK Airport continues. The expanded Terminal 4 will improve the passenger experience and create Good job opportunities provide opportunities for MWBE and provide New York City with the world-class gateway it deserves. The New York Architecture Conference expresses its appreciation to Governor Hochul, the Port Authority, Delta Air Lines and JFK International Airport."

Justin Rogers, interim president and chief executive officer of the Greater Jamaica Development Corporation, said: “The world knows that JFK Airport is an international gateway to New York, but it is also an important part of the economic livelihood of Southeast Queens. New York State’s continued commitment to JFK Airport The improvement not only made the city’s red carpet more beautiful, but also created job opportunities and business growth for many residents around Jamaica."

The economic impact of this transition will continue for decades, while consolidating our state’s global leadership in welcoming tourists from abroad and returning home.

Expansion of Terminal 4 in consideration of customer needs

The $1.5 billion Terminal 4 project funded by private capital is the second groundbreaking project under the Kennedy reconstruction plan. The terminal expansion will create 10 new gates, mainly serving regional and domestic flights, while adding 150,000 square feet to expand the terminal.

This expansion will enable Delta to provide a seamless travel experience for transit customers by consolidating all of its businesses into Terminal 4, thereby enabling Delta’s current operations outside Terminal 4 and Terminal 2 to provide a seamless travel experience. Customer transfer is more convenient. The project will include a new Delta Air Lines Club at Hall A in Terminal 4, as well as expanded seating areas and discounts, a modern wayfinding system, and new or upgraded restrooms designed for passengers.

In addition, the terminal will undergo a refurbishment plan to improve the customer experience through new check-in counters, increase capacity and efficiency through the most advanced technology, install new self-service kiosks and self-service baggage checkpoints, and refurbish toilets, baggage claim and arrivals District, as well as new retail renovation and public art.

Delta Air Lines continues to grow at JFK Airport and throughout New York City, providing the most flights and seats at JFK Airport and LGA, with 400 daily flights to 95 domestic and international destinations. The airline flies an average of more than 160 daily flights from JFK International Airport to 68 destinations around the world. Since 2010, Delta has invested more than $3.5 billion in airport expansion and reconstruction projects in New York, including early projects at JFK Airport and LaGuardia Airport. The airline also embarked on a $3.9 billion project to integrate LGA's C and D terminals, with the most advanced arrival and departure halls to open next spring.

JFKIAT is a US subsidiary of the Royal Schiphol Group and has been the operator of Terminal 4 of John F. Kennedy International Airport since 1997. This expansion will use technology to further enhance the services provided by the terminal to its nearly 30 airline partners to ensure fast and seamless passenger handling functions, additional food options and other amenities to ensure passenger comfort And convenience.

The redesign of Terminal 4—becoming the first terminal to receive LEED Gold O+M certification in 2017—will continue the Port Authority and JFK’s commitment to energy efficiency and use energy savings throughout the terminal Equipment and lighting.

In order to comply with the Port Authority’s net-zero emission targets and standards for the transition of all electric vehicles in its facilities to all electric vehicles, the project includes a charging station for electric ground service equipment at the new gate, and used de-icing fluid to be captured The de-icing recovery system. Due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, the initial plan to rebuild JFK Airport was postponed, which meant that the original agreement for the project needed to be reorganized. Now, the expansion and renovation of Terminal 4 will be fully funded by Delta Air Lines and JFK International Airport.

The groundbreaking of the expanded Terminal 4 builds on the momentum of the other three main components of Kennedy's transformation. Overall, the total private investment in all four major projects to transform JFK Airport is approximately US$15 billion.

As part of the Kennedy reconstruction plan, the coming year will witness important events and milestones. The new Terminal 6 and Terminal 1 will break ground in 2022, and the rebuilt Terminal 8 will be completed in 2023.

Rebuilding JFK Airport in sync with the local community   

In 2018, the Kennedy Reconstruction Community Advisory Committee was established. It is co-chaired by US Representative Gregory Meeks and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and composed of elected officials, community boards, business and nonprofit organizations, civic organizations, and clergy leaders from the targeted local communities of Southeast Queens, Southwest Queens, the Rockaways And western Nassau County. Since its inception, the council has been cooperating with the Port Authority to expand community outreach work and develop a community-centric plan to ensure that this ambitious project continuously solicits feedback from local stakeholders and provides support for local businesses, MWBEs, students, and job seekers Provide meaningful opportunities.

This includes plans to advance the Port Authority’s commitment to achieve 30% of the MWBE contracting target in all job categories, and pay particular attention to local business opportunities in all aspects of the Kennedy reconstruction plan, including this terminal project, which will be labored by unions under a complete project labor agreement. Other community development programs that the council prioritizes focus on employment opportunities and workforce development programs for local residents, small business outreach and development, and educational programs for local students.   

The JFK Reconstruction Community Information Center opened in Jamaica, Queens in early 2019, providing a more convenient way for companies looking for business opportunities, local residents looking for work, or neighbors looking for more information about the project.