Press Release: American Airlines, DFW reveal new Terminal F plan

American Airlines and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) revealed plans for Terminal F that will enable them to continue growing together. The improved plan will focus on delivering a modern customer experience with double the number of gates, new facilities to expand international operations, increased lounge and premium space, a new customer check-in experience and a dedicated parking garage.

The agreement increases the planned investment in Terminal F to about $4 billion and accelerates the construction plans so customers can enjoy the new space sooner. Terminal F will feature DFW’s signature terminal experience, operated entirely by American, and extends the airline’s Use and Lease Agreement with DFW through 2043. This is expected to provide certainty and cost predictability to support the continued growth of American and DFW.

“DFW is American’s largest and most critical hub, and with this expanded plan for Terminal F, DFW has a clear path to become the largest airline hub in the world,” said American’s CEO Robert Isom.

“Dallas-Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing regions in the country, and we’re excited that American and North Texas will continue to grow together. Terminal F will elevate our customer experience in a big way, providing customers with a fantastic new facility and state-of-the-art amenities. We thank Mayor Johnson, Mayor Parker, the rest of the DFW Airport Board, and Sean and the DFW team for their partnership. We’re excited for the future at DFW and all the growth that’s to come in North Texas.”

Investment expands the scope of Terminal F with a focus on the customer

In 2023, American and DFW reached a 10-year Use and Lease Agreement with preapproved capital investments, including the construction of Terminal F as a 15-gate facility, which customers would access from Terminal E via the airport’s Skylink system.

With a positive long-term outlook for growth in customers and North Texas, the Terminal F expansion program will deliver more space for widebody aircraft and international flight processing and includes additional spaces for leading amenities, shops, restaurants and public art, providing customers flying out of DFW with more options.

The expanded plans for Terminal F will provide customers with a walking connection to Terminal D in addition to a new Skylink station, creating even more access across DFW’s terminals. The Terminal F parking garage is designed with a built-in curbside circulation and an innovative baggage drop and check-in area to maintain the quick access to check in and security that customers have come to expect.

The original first phase of Terminal F is well underway and scheduled to be operational in 2027, with the enhanced features to come online shortly after. American plans to occupy all the gates of the new terminal, creating a seamless experience for connecting customers and driving efficiencies for the airline’s operations.

Full support from North Texas leaders

The robust air service that American provides has made DFW Airport the third busiest airport in the world. Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson, Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker, DFW Board of Directors Chair DeMetris Sampson, DFW CEO Sean Donohue and American CEO Robert Isom gathered at DFW to make the announcement.

“DFW Airport is getting even bigger and better with the exciting new plans for Terminal F,” said Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson. “This monumental investment by American Airlines is set to elevate an already world-class international airport. This is yet another example of how the growing partnership between American Airlines and DFW Airport continues to strengthen Dallas’ gateway to the rest of the world while boosting our economy and reinforcing our status as a premier international city.”

“Fort Worth-based American Airlines continues to double down on DFW as its home base with another major investment in the airport’s infrastructure and long-term health,” said Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker. “Today’s announcement ensures that DFW will be ready to accommodate the historic growth happening in Fort Worth and all of North Texas into the future.”

“DFW is growing fast, and we are committed to sharing this economic opportunity with businesses in our community as we move forward,” said DeMetris Sampson, Chair of the DFW Board of Directors. “DFW has become the economic engine of our region, and we know that this investment will ensure the long-term sustainability of the airport.”

“In the last decade, DFW has grown its passenger traffic by 50 percent and exceeded the wildest expectations of our founders to become the third-busiest airport in the world,” said Sean Donohue, CEO of DFW.

“Thanks to our close partnership with Robert Isom, American Airlines remains a competitive advantage that continues to show the strength of the airport as a global hub that is supporting the massive economic growth of the Dallas Fort Worth region. Moving forward with Terminal F in this way ensures that DFW and American maintain that momentum.”

Continuing to invest in customer experience

The increased investment in DFW Terminal F is just one more way American is focused on enhancing its customer experience across the travel journey. Later this month, American will open its A-West Flagship® lounge and Admirals Club® lounge at Philadelphia International Airport, providing customers with an elevated space to recharge before their flight. The airline also recently announced complimentary high-speed satellite Wi-Fi for AAdvantage® members inflight beginning in January 2026, sponsored by AT&T*. With this, American will offer free inflight connectivity on more aircraft than any other airline.

Building on the partnership with DFW and commitment to North Texas

This expanded agreement reinforces American’s commitment to DFW and North Texas and is an example of the strong relationship between American, DFW, the City of Dallas and the City of Fort Worth.

Just two years ago, the Use and Lease Agreement outlined major capital projects over the next 10 years, including an estimated $2.72 billion for the expansion of the Central Terminal Area, including a major reimagining of Terminal C, gate expansions extending from Terminal A and Terminal C, and significant upgrades to roadways and terminal access.

With a stronger investment in Terminal F, American is all in on North Texas. The airline is a massive economic driver for the Dallas-Fort Worth region, employing more than 36,000 team members in the area, and carrying nearly 70 million customers through DFW in 2024.

*Complimentary inflight Wi-Fi will be powered by Viasat and Intelsat.

About American Airlines Group

As a leading global airline, American Airlines offers thousands of flights per day to more than 350 destinations in more than 60 countries. The airline is a founding member of the oneworld® alliance, whose members serve more than 900 destinations around the globe. Shares of American Airlines Group Inc. trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol AAL. Learn more about what’s happening at American by visiting news.aa.com and connect with American @AmericanAir and at Facebook.com/AmericanAirlines. To Care for People on Life’s Journey®.

About Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is one of the most connected and busiest airports in the world. Centered between owner cities Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, DFW Airport also serves as a major economic engine and job generator for the North Texas region. The airport’s historic $11 billion capital plan — DFW Forward — is set to transform the customer experience and plan for the future with monumental upgrades and expansions underway across DFW’s terminals, airfield and roadway infrastructure.

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