Go Behind-the-Scenes of RDU’s Replacement Runway Construction

As the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority moves ahead with the Transform RDU capital construction program, significant progress continues on our signature project — the replacement of Runway 5L-23R. The new runway will carry passengers and cargo to destinations around the world and provide greater economic opportunities for our region. RS&H, one of the many contractors whoRead More

Answering Your Questions About Terminal 2 Construction

You might notice a big change next time you walk into the ticketing hall at RDU’s Terminal 2.  Crews have erected a large construction wall along the hall’s north end. We know you have lots of questions — so let’s get to them. Why is there a construction wall in Terminal 2? We’re working toRead More

Construction to Begin in Terminal 2 in January 2026 

Travelers will start to see construction in Terminal 2 in early January 2026 when crews install a temporary floor-to-ceiling wall at the north end of the terminal. The area will be closed off for construction for approximately two years as crews  expand the ticketing and international arrivals areas, add security checkpoint lanes and upgrade theRead More

RDU Earns Platinum Sustainability Award

Design rendering of the future Customer Amenity Building at Park Economy 3 RDU has received the Envision Platinum Award from the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure for integrating sustainable practices into its Park Economy 3 (PE3) Expansion project. The PE3 project will expand the public surface parking lot near the intersection of Aviation Parkway and NationalRead More