NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) - Tweed New Haven Airport has unveiled new digital renderings of its new East Terminal. The design for the new 84,000 square-foot terminal is 60% complete, which is a significant milestone for major infrastructure projects, according to an announcement by airport officials on Thursday. BACKGROUND: Tweed New Haven Airport submits DEEP permit applications for expansion project The airport applied for approval for the project from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection in April and officials said the milestone will streamline the approval process. "This milestone is a testament to years of planning, collaboration, and innovation," Michael Jones, CEO of the company that manages the airport, said. "Through these renderings, our community can see the vision of a modernized Tweed that combines enhanced air travel, economic growth, and environmental responsibility. We are excited to share this progress and continue refining the design with input from our stakeholders." Photo: Tweed-New Haven Airport Photo: Tweed-New Haven Airport Photo: Tweed-New Haven Airport Photo: Tweed-New Haven Airport Photo: Tweed-New Haven Airport Photo: Tweed-New Haven Airport Photo: Tweed-New Haven Airport Photo: Tweed-New Haven Airport Photo: Tweed-New Haven Airport Photo: Tweed-New Haven Airport According to airport officials, the project, which received a $4 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration , will "deliver a modern, sustainable, and community-centered travel experience," that will accommodate rising demand for air travel in the region and create new jobs. "With every step forward, Tweed proves it is more than an airport, it's a powerful engine of economic growth for our region," Robert Reed, Chairman of the Tweed-New Haven Airport Authority, said. "This expansion brings opportunities for businesses, good jobs for residents, and momentum for Southern Connecticut's economy." In addition to the expected economic benefits, the expansion will support sustainability efforts in the region by "restoring over 32 acres of tidal wetlands, preserving 25 acres of grassland bird habitat, and enhancing flood resilience by elevating the terminal above the 100-year floodplain," according to airport officials. More information on the project can be found on the airport's website . Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WTNH.com.
