The Brief
- Orlando International Airport (MCO) has installed the first of four new Gate Link trams connecting Terminals A and B to Gates 100-129.
- The $253 million replacement project promises a cleaner, roomier and more predictable 90-second ride.
- Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) is asking the public for creative ideas on what to do with the retired historical tram cars once they are decommissioned.
ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando International Airport (MCO) has installed the first of four new Gate Link trams connecting Terminals A and B to Gates 100-129.
Tram upgrades
What we know:
The new cars feature more standing room and a cleaner, updated design compared to the decades-old models.
The travel time on the new tram ride is approximately 1 minute and 30 seconds. The total cost of the Gate Link tram replacement project is $253 million.…