Munich's airport expansion: New Terminal 1 costs 665 million euros!

Munich's airport expansion: New Terminal 1 costs 665 million euros!

At Munich Airport something is happening! The cultivation of Terminal 1, a project that costs around 665 million euros, is making noticeable progress. This extension, which extends over a length of around 360 meters, is to be opened in mid -2026. Bavaria's finance minister Albert Füracker also emphasized the need for capacity expansion, especially in view of the current number of passengers of 41.6 million per year. With the new capacity, which offers space for up to 12 medium or 6 large-scale aircraft, Munich is raised to the level of Hanover Airport in terms of passenger clearance.

Airport boss Jost Lammers has announced that the airport is currently handling around 360 intercontinental flights per week. In order to meet the requirements for quality and security, state-of-the-art CT scanners for security controls are installed. The first passenger bridges have already been installed, and some of these bridges are even suitable for the largest passenger aircraft-the Airbus A-380.

progress of the construction work

The outer facade of the new flight dough was completed last year and interior design is progressing quickly. According to Munich Airport GmbH, almost all construction work has already been awarded. Particularly noteworthy is the building that has six floors- three of which are used for passenger and handling. The different levels include bus gates, entry controls, a central market square for non-Schengen traffic and modern passport and security controls.

A central element of the concept is "Bavarian Soul", which is intended to improve the entire quality of stay through retreat, children's playgrounds and exhibition areas. The marketplace offers space for duty-free offers and gastronomic and retail options on 5,200 square meters.

planned operating processes

The trial operation will take place in the coming months to ensure that everything works smoothly before the new terminal is put into operation. A centralized security control area will be equipped with 10 modern CT controls, which should guarantee passengers a quick and safe handling.

The expansion measure at Munich Airport not only represents a significant step towards more efficient travel experiences, but also contributes to further strengthening the airport infrastructure. Because this not only includes the terminal buildings themselves, but also all the necessary technical facilities that are essential for a smooth process in air traffic. This includes starting and landingways, communication systems and much more. This continues to strengthen Munich as one of the most important aviation locations in Europe.

For further insights into the construction progress and details on the entire plans and concepts behind this monumental project, you can report the reports from Munich Airport and wikipedia Watch.