The diagrams illustrate the current layout of Southwest Airport and its changes next year.
Overall, the airport will undergo significant changes, with the most notable being the number of gates and the addition of new facilities such as shops, a sky train, and a car hire service.
Currently, the airport has only 8 gates arranged in a straight line on the northwest side. After redevelopment, the number of gates will increase to 18, arranged in a Y-shape, providing more capacity for flights. Additionally, a sky train will be introduced to facilitate transportation between the gates.
In terms of other facilities, the current airport has basic services such as a café located in both the departures and arrivals sections. After redevelopment, there will be more services, including a new bag drop area in the departures section, ATM machines, and a car hire service in the arrivals section.
Finally, the addition of shops along the walkway leading to the gates will enhance the overall passenger experience, offering more amenities for travelers as they make their way to their flights.
In summary, the airport will be more modern and efficient, with increased capacity and additional services to better accommodate passengers’ needs.