Mickey Leland International Terminal (MLIT) at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

Client: Houston Airport System
Location: Houston, TX
Architect: <a href="https://fentressarchitects.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Fentress Architects
Size: 814,000 SF

The flexible, sustainable, and technologically sophisticated design of the International Terminal Complex further strengthens IAH’s prestigious standing

Gilbane and its partner, Austin Commercial, delivered the new Mickey Leland International Terminal (MLIT) project at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). The project replaces the existing Terminal C North domestic concourse with a new international concourse configured to accommodate up to 6 widebody aircraft or a combination of 8 aircraft of a widebody/narrowbody mix. This new concourse, D West, includes modern finishes, large restrooms, high ceilings and expanded concessions and customer dwell areas. The project also includes a refurbishment of the existing Terminal D departures areas inclusive of mechanical, electrical and life safety systems and a new interiors aesthetic to match the finishes at the D West concourse. The project commenced with demolition of the C North concourse (built in 1980) in 2020 and will be completed for passenger use in early 2024.

Project Overview

Replaces the existing Terminal C North domestic concourse with a new international concourse that is larger in size and operational capacity
The contemporary design features spacious ticket counters, expanded security checkpoints, waiting areas, modern concessions, clubrooms, and restroom facilities
The terminal will have six wide-body gates, primarily on two double-loaded pier concourses
The culture of Houston will be celebrated in multimedia displays, local food offerings, and art