JetBlue is getting an all-new $3.9 billion terminal in its 'hometown' of NYC as the airline continues to expand in the US and abroad — see what it will look like

Taylor RainsFeb 12, 2022, 20:14 IST

Rendering of JetBlue's new T6 at JFK.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

JetBlue Airways has furthered its commitment to New York with the construction of an all-new airport terminal.
The new Terminal 6 will be built at John. F. Kennedy International Airport and connect with the airline's current T5.

JetBlue is the largest carrier at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport, calling itself the city's "Hometown Airline."

JetBlue landing at JFK.Eliyahu Yosef Parypa/Shutterstock

The company has grown quickly since its birth in 1998, creating a strong domestic network and, most recently, expanding its international footprint.

JetBlue A321neo.Business Wire

The carrier launched its highly-anticipated nonstop route from New York to London in August and now serves both Heathrow and Gatwick airports from JFK.

Ribbon-cutting ceremony for JetBlue's inaugural flight from New York to London in August.Thomas Pallini/Insider

JetBlue's expansion at JFK is a reflection of its commitment to New York, which it has shown since the company opened its flagship Terminal 5 at the airport in 2008.

JetBlue terminal 5 at JFK.Leonard Zhukovsky/Shutterstock

The airline furthered that loyalty by announcing in 2021 that it would maintain its headquarters on Long Island after considering a move to Florida.

JetBlue headquarters in Long Island.EQRoy/Shutterstock

Now, it is doubling down on its devotion by expanding its JFK presence with an all-new $3.9 billion terminal.

Rendering of JetBlue's new T6 at JFK.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

Terminal 6 will break ground in 2022 and connect to JetBlue's existing T5, creating a huge new space for customers to enjoy.

Rendering of JetBlue's new T6 at JFK.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

"We set out to support the governor's vision to modernize JFK into a world-class airport," JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes said in a press release. "Terminal 5 has been a huge success ... the team putting this project together is setting out to develop a terminal that New Yorkers can be proud of."

Rendering of JetBlue's new terminal 6 at JFK to break ground in 2022.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

"We set out to support the governor's vision to modernize JFK into a world-class airport," JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes said in a press release. "Terminal 5 has been a huge success ... the team putting this project together is setting out to develop a terminal that New Yorkers can be proud of."

The project was initially set to begin in 2020 but was halted by the coronavirus pandemic that plummeted traffic at JFK.

Rendering of JetBlue's new T6 at JFK.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

However, construction is back on track after the Board of Commissioners for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey approved a new agreement for the terminal in August.

Rendering of JetBlue's new T6 at JFK.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

However, construction is back on track after the Board of Commissioners for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey approved a new agreement for the terminal in August.

The project calls for the demolition of the aging Terminal 7 that currently houses airlines like British Airways and Alaska Airlines.

JFK's terminal 7.Leonard Zhukovsky/Shutterstock

The airlines currently operating at T7 will be moving, with BA heading to Terminal 8 where it will operate alongside Oneworld partner American Airlines.

American Airlines at JFKWangkun Jia/Shutterstock

According to JetBlue, the over 100,000-square-foot passenger facility will have up to nine new gates and feature "bright and airy check-in halls and arrival spaces designed to enhance the customer experience."

Rendering of JetBlue's new T6 arrivals hall.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

According to JetBlue, the over 100,000-square-foot passenger facility will have up to nine new gates and feature "bright and airy check-in halls and arrival spaces designed to enhance the customer experience."

The entire terminal complex, which includes roadways, utilities, an aircraft apron, and a ground transportation center, will cover a total of 1.2 million square feet.

Rendering of JetBlue's new T6 departures level exterior.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

The ground transport center will feature new rideshare and taxi areas to alleviate the traffic congestion at T5.

Rendering of JetBlue's new T6 to break ground in 2022.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

Moreover, the new facility will offer "commercial dining and retail amenities, lounges, and recreational spaces," though the inclusion of "lounges" is interesting considering JetBlue does not currently maintain any.

Rendering of JetBlue's new T6 departures level interior.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

Moreover, the new facility will offer "commercial dining and retail amenities, lounges, and recreational spaces," though the inclusion of "lounges" is interesting considering JetBlue does not currently maintain any.

However, this leaves the door open to build a lounge for its Mint and loyalty passengers in the future. Particularly, since it has started its long-haul service to London, which caters to business travelers.

JetBlue's Mint business class.Thomas Pallini/Insider

However, this leaves the door open to build a lounge for its Mint and loyalty passengers in the future. Particularly, since it has started its long-haul service to London, which caters to business travelers.

The new terminal will have the capability to accommodate both widebody and narrowbody jets.

Rendering of JetBlue's new T6 to break ground in 2022.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

While JetBlue only flies single-aisle planes, this leaves space for American, its strong Northeast Alliance partner, to operate its widebodies at the new T6.

American Airlines and JetBlue AirwaysChris O'Meara/AP

According to the airline, the project will be beneficial to the local economy. JetBlue expects to create over 4,000 direct jobs and generate $6.3 billion in total economic activity.

Rendering of JetBlue's new T6 concessions area.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

According to the airline, the project will be beneficial to the local economy. JetBlue expects to create over 4,000 direct jobs and generate $6.3 billion in total economic activity.

JetBlue's new T6 comes as JFK plans to revamp Terminal 1 into an all-new $9.5 billion international facility.

Rendering of New Terminal One (NTO) at JFK.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

New Terminal One, as the project has been named, will replace the airport's terminals 1, 2, and 3, and offer a new departures hall…

Rendering of New Terminal One's departures hall.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

…arrivals hall…

Rendering of New Terminal One's arrivals hall.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

…customs hall…

Rendering of New Terminal One's customs hall.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

…and dining, retail, and lounge space.

Rendering of New Terminal One's post-security retail and dining plaza.Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

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JetBlue is getting an all-new $3.9 billion terminal in its 'hometown' of NYC as the airline continues to expand in the US and abroad &mdash; see what it will look like

JetBlue is the largest carrier at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport, calling itself the city's "Hometown Airline."

The company has grown quickly since its birth in 1998, creating a strong domestic network and, most recently, expanding its international footprint.

The carrier launched its highly-anticipated nonstop route from New York to London in August and now serves both Heathrow and Gatwick airports from JFK.

JetBlue's expansion at JFK is a reflection of its commitment to New York, which it has shown since the company opened its flagship Terminal 5 at the airport in 2008.

The airline furthered that loyalty by announcing in 2021 that it would maintain its headquarters on Long Island after considering a move to Florida.

Now, it is doubling down on its devotion by expanding its JFK presence with an all-new $3.9 billion terminal.

Terminal 6 will break ground in 2022 and connect to JetBlue's existing T5, creating a huge new space for customers to enjoy.

"We set out to support the governor's vision to modernize JFK into a world-class airport," JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes said in a press release. "Terminal 5 has been a huge success ... the team putting this project together is setting out to develop a terminal that New Yorkers can be proud of."

The project was initially set to begin in 2020 but was halted by the coronavirus pandemic that plummeted traffic at JFK.

However, construction is back on track after the Board of Commissioners for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey approved a new agreement for the terminal in August.

The project calls for the demolition of the aging Terminal 7 that currently houses airlines like British Airways and Alaska Airlines.

The airlines currently operating at T7 will be moving, with BA heading to Terminal 8 where it will operate alongside Oneworld partner American Airlines.

According to JetBlue, the over 100,000-square-foot passenger facility will have up to nine new gates and feature "bright and airy check-in halls and arrival spaces designed to enhance the customer experience."

The entire terminal complex, which includes roadways, utilities, an aircraft apron, and a ground transportation center, will cover a total of 1.2 million square feet.

The ground transport center will feature new rideshare and taxi areas to alleviate the traffic congestion at T5.

Moreover, the new facility will offer "commercial dining and retail amenities, lounges, and recreational spaces," though the inclusion of "lounges" is interesting considering JetBlue does not currently maintain any.

However, this leaves the door open to build a lounge for its Mint and loyalty passengers in the future. Particularly, since it has started its long-haul service to London, which caters to business travelers.

The new terminal will have the capability to accommodate both widebody and narrowbody jets.

While JetBlue only flies single-aisle planes, this leaves space for American, its strong Northeast Alliance partner, to operate its widebodies at the new T6.

According to the airline, the project will be beneficial to the local economy. JetBlue expects to create over 4,000 direct jobs and generate $6.3 billion in total economic activity.

JetBlue's new T6 comes as JFK plans to revamp Terminal 1 into an all-new $9.5 billion international facility.

New Terminal One, as the project has been named, will replace the airport's terminals 1, 2, and 3, and offer a new departures hall…

…arrivals hall…

…customs hall…

…and dining, retail, and lounge space.

JetBlue is getting an all-new $3.9 billion terminal in its 'hometown' of NYC as the airline continues to expand in the US and abroad — see what it will look like