Travelers at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (RHAIA) should prepare for noticeable changes starting Monday, Oct. 14, as the airport undergoes a significant $13 million parking and road improvement project. The four-phase initiative aims to revamp the aging infrastructure, which has not seen major renovations in decades, enhancing the overall travel experience for passengers.
“We’re excited to get started on these much-needed improvements,” said Mike Conner, City of Amarillo’s Director of Aviation. “This project includes the reconstruction of our entrance road and all outdoor parking lots. These areas haven’t seen major work in about 30 years, so it’s critical we get this done.”
The project will take approximately 10 months, with the first phase focusing on the closure of the primary entrance at Rosenwald Drive, the airport’s cell phone lot, and portions of the outdoor parking lot. Travelers will need to follow alternate routes and look for detour signs to navigate the construction zones.