San Jose Airport Opens More Gates In $58 Million Project

SAN JOSE, CA — Mineta San Jose International Airport is flying high on growth, reaching a crucial milestone last week in commissioning a $58 million Interim Gates Facility, which was designed and constructed to support current and near-term passenger increases.

Airport personnel was joined by more than 200 city, business, and design and construction trade partners for the grand opening of the new Gates 31-36 concourse, which is attached to the south end of Terminal B.

The event was launched by a ribbon cutting, sparkling-cider toast, musical entertainment and tours of the new gates and tarmac led by the airport's Director of Aviation John Aitken, who was joined by a number of dignitaries including Southwest Airlines’ Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer Andrew Watterson. Southwest provides more departures and arrivals than any other carrier.

“With the opening of gates 31-36, Silicon Valley’s airport will continue to provide the world-class service and amenities that have helped drive its unprecedented growth over the last two years,” Mayor Sam Liccardo said. “We’re grateful to Airport Director John Aitken and his team for completing this project within a year and for continuing to make Mineta San Jose International Airport the first choice for travelers to Silicon Valley.”

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