Ticket to a Better BGR

The Road to Renovation

Every improvement at Bangor International Airport is an investment in safer travel, a better passenger experience, and a stronger future for the communities we serve. These projects represent more than construction, they reflect our commitment to our passengers, partners, employees, and the region that relies on BGR every day. From modernizing infrastructure to enhancing safety and preparing for future growth, each project helps ensure Bangor International Airport remains a strong, resilient gateway to the world. Follow along as we take you behind the scenes of the work shaping the future of BGR.

Runway 33-15 Pavement Repairs

Temporary runway closure for essential maintenance

Bangor International Airport (BGR) will temporarily close its runway from 8 a.m. on Monday, September 21, 2026 through 3 p.m. on Thursday, September 24, 2026 to complete essential pavement repairs.

During routine inspections, airport staff identified an area of the runway requiring permanent repairs related to Alkali-Silica Reaction (ASR), a naturally occurring condition that can affect concrete pavement over time. Temporary repairs have been completed in accordance with recommendations from the airport’s engineering consultants to maintain safe operations.

Following continued evaluations, both the airport’s engineering team and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have recommended completing permanent repairs while favorable weather conditions are available. Addressing the issue now will preserve the long-term integrity of the runway, reduce the need for future temporary repairs, and help ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of the airport.

During the closure, helicopter operations will continue as normal. Passengers with upcoming travel plans during this period are encouraged to contact their airline directly for the latest flight information and any schedule changes.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete this important maintenance project. The safety of our passengers, employees, tenants, and the flying public remains our highest priority.

Taxiway Alpha Rehabilitation

A stronger foundation for the future of BGR

Every flight at Bangor International Airport begins long before the wheels leave the runway. It starts on the pavement beneath them. If you’ve visited Bangor International Airport recently, you’ve likely noticed increased activity on Taxiway Alpha. While it may appear to be a simple paving project from a distance, it represents one of the largest infrastructure investments currently underway at BGR.

Every day, dozens of aircraft travel across Taxiway Alpha. Passengers rarely notice it, and that’s exactly how it should be. While runways receive most of the attention, taxiways quietly connect every arrival and departure, guiding aircraft safely between the runway and the terminal. Like any heavily traveled roadway, taxiways eventually require more than routine maintenance to continue supporting the weight, frequency, and safety demands of modern aircraft. Taxiway Alpha has served BGR reliably for many years, but like any critical piece of infrastructure, it must be renewed before age and wear begin to affect long-term performance.

This project goes far beyond resurfacing pavement. Crews are rehabilitating and reconstructing sections of Taxiway Alpha by replacing worn pavement, improving drainage, upgrading lighting, rebuilding shoulders, installing new pavement markings, and strengthening the foundation beneath the taxiway itself.

Rather than hauling away the old concrete beneath portions of Taxiway Alpha, crews are recycling it right where it sits. Using a process called rubblization, the concrete is broken into thousands of interlocking pieces that create a stable foundation for the new pavement. It’s an innovative approach that reduces waste, conserves resources, and creates a durable base built to support aircraft for decades to come.

Because BGR continues to operate throughout construction, the project has been carefully divided into multiple phases. Each section is completed while aircraft are safely rerouted around the work zone, allowing travelers, airlines, cargo operators, military missions, and general aviation to keep moving while improvements take shape behind the scenes. Every phase is carefully coordinated between Airport Operations, Air Traffic Control, engineers, and construction crews to ensure safety remains the highest priority.

When complete, the rehabilitated Taxiway Alpha will provide a stronger, safer, and more resilient airfield that supports today’s operations while preparing Bangor International Airport for decades of future growth. Investments like this ensure BGR remains ready to serve passengers, airlines, military partners, cargo operators, and the communities that depend on reliable air transportation.

Terminal Connector Project

Connecting today’s airport with tomorrow’s travel

Airports are designed to keep people moving. Whether you’re heading out on vacation, returning home, or meeting loved ones at the gate, every hallway, waiting area, and gate plays a role in getting thousands of travelers where they need to go. That’s exactly what the Terminal Connector Project is designed to improve.

If you’ve traveled through BGR recently, you’ve probably noticed construction taking place between the Domestic and International terminals. While it may appear to be a simple building addition from the outside, this project represents one of the most significant improvements to the passenger experience in decades.

At the heart of the project is a new passenger connector that will link the Domestic and International terminals into a more unified facility. Along with the connector, BGR is expanding Gate 6 with a larger passenger waiting area, providing additional space for travelers during busy departures and helping improve passenger flow throughout the terminal.

Behind the scenes, the project includes far more than new walls and walkways. Crews are upgrading electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, fire protection, and security systems while relocating underground utilities and improving the infrastructure that supports the expanded terminal. New high-efficiency windows and modern building systems will improve energy performance while creating a brighter, more comfortable environment for passengers.

Because the airport remains fully operational throughout construction, the work has been carefully phased to minimize disruptions while maintaining safe and efficient operations for passengers, airlines, and airport staff. Every stage of construction is closely coordinated to ensure daily airport operations continue with as little impact as possible.

When complete, the Terminal Connector Project will provide additional gate capacity, improve passenger circulation, and give BGR greater flexibility in how gates are used to accommodate changing airline schedules, seasonal service, and future growth. More than simply adding space, this investment ensures the airport is prepared to meet the needs of tomorrow’s travelers while continuing to provide the welcoming experience passengers expect today.

Security Checkpoint Expansion

Preparing the passenger journey for the future

For every departing passenger, the journey begins at one place: the security checkpoint. It’s one of the busiest areas of the terminal and one of the most important, balancing safety, efficiency, and the passenger experience every day.

As more travelers choose Bangor International Airport, the existing checkpoint has begun to outgrow the facility that was designed more than two decades ago. While improvements were made following the security changes implemented after September 11, 2001, passenger volumes today have surpassed the projections identified in the airport’s most recent Master Plan, creating the need for a larger, more modern screening area.

The Security Checkpoint Expansion Project will relocate and enlarge the TSA screening checkpoint, creating additional space for passengers, screening equipment, and TSA operations. The redesigned area will improve passenger circulation before security while providing the flexibility needed to accommodate future growth and evolving screening technology.

The project extends well beyond the checkpoint itself. Construction will include renovations to surrounding terminal spaces, updated heating and cooling systems, improved lighting and building infrastructure, replacement of the terminal skylight above the escalator, renovated public restrooms that meet current accessibility standards, and updated wayfinding signage to help passengers navigate the terminal more easily.

Because BGR operates with a single TSA security checkpoint, construction must be carefully planned to keep screening operations open every day. Much of the work will take place overnight, when passenger activity is at its lowest, allowing crews to make progress while minimizing disruptions to travelers. Throughout the project, Airport staff, TSA, contractors, and project partners will work closely together to maintain the safe, secure, and efficient operation of the terminal.

When complete, the expanded checkpoint will provide a more comfortable and efficient screening experience while giving Bangor International Airport the capacity and flexibility needed to serve travelers for years to come.

Former Alert Building Redevelopment

Honoring our history. Preparing for the future.

For more than 80 years, the former Alert Building has stood as a reminder of Bangor International Airport’s military heritage. Originally constructed during World War II as part of Dow Army Airfield, the facility later served as pilot living quarters and a rapid-response center during the Cold War, supporting an important chapter in our nation’s aviation and military history.

While the building’s historic significance remains, decades of age, environmental deterioration, and changing airport needs have brought it to the end of its service life. Through funding provided by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Brownfields Cleanup Program, BGR is safely removing the structure, remediating the site, and preparing the property for its next chapter.

In addition to addressing environmental concerns, removing the vacant structure eliminates a wildlife attraction within the airport environment, supporting BGR’s ongoing commitment to aviation safety.

The work is slated to begin in late August. Once complete, the site will be ready to support future airport development identified in the Airport Master Plan, creating new opportunities for aviation, cargo, and economic growth while ensuring this historic property continues to serve the Bangor community in a new way.