Harry Reid Airport set for major upgrades, expansion in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – Clark County Aviation leaders laid out an ambitious plan to modernize Harry Reid International Airport while also moving forward with plans for a possible second commercial airport in Southern Nevada.

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Officials said the upgrades are critical as Las Vegas prepares for major events and continued growth.

“The infrastructure itself needs to be updated; A and B gates are nearing or just eclipsed 50 years old,” Director of Aviation James Chrisley said.

Tuesday’s presentation at the Clark County Commission outlined a modernization plan designed to maximize capacity and efficiency at Harry Reid Airport…

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