AUSTIN (KXAN) — Dirt is moving as billions of dollars worth of transportation projects advance in and around the Austin area. As 2024 comes to a close, here’s a look back at some of those project milestones designed to improve mobility and relieve congestion.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport upgrades
Updates as part of the Journey With AUS program this year included Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Checkpoint 3 closure, Federal Inspection Services improvements and concurrent work on the airport’s new west infill area and outbound baggage handling system.
The Federal Inspection Services improvements center around construction on the international arrivals portion of baggage claim, per AUS. The project will feature new baggage carousels, additional space for travelers as well as processing booths to help expedite the arrivals process for international visitors.
Construction began in August and is estimated to wrap in spring 2025.
With the TSA Checkpoint 3 closure, that began back in February. All guests can use TSA Checkpoints 1 and 2 East, while Checkpoint 2 West is reserved for TSA PreCheck and Clear passengers.