Here's what we know about the proposed new terminal at Sky Harbor.
It would be big enough for widebody planes, which are used on long-haul international flights but will also have space for shorter-range commuter flights.Tuesday, the Phoenix City Council discussed long-term plans and the need for a new terminal to expand Sky Harbor International Airport's capacity.
But planning for the West Terminal actually began years ago, during Sky Harbor's master plan for the future. It would be big enough for widebody planes, which are used on long-haul international flights but also have space for shorter-range commuter flights. The terminal would also have its own customs entrance for international flights, Gallego said.
Airport officials said Tuesday that made Sky Harbor the busiest three-runway airport in the world that year.
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