President Donald Trump has announced a $22.5 billion renovation plan for Dulles International Airport, a key Washington-area airport with direct flights to over 50 countries.

Renovation Plans

The phased renovation plan, which will be implemented over eight to 10 years, aims to modernize the airport’s concourses, create a new tunnel, and add new concessions and lounges. The airport’s Eero Saarinen-designed main terminal is expected to be preserved.

The project is expected to bolster parking and check-in facilities, eliminate the need for the airport’s people movers, and improve the overall travel experience for passengers. Funding for the project will come from the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority and participating airlines, including United.

Trump’s Involvement

President Trump has been personally involved in the renovation plans, reviewing and approving the designs. He has stated that he believes the renovation is necessary to improve the airport’s reputation and provide a better experience for travelers.

Trump’s efforts to renovate Dulles Airport are part of his broader efforts to shape infrastructure around the nation’s capital. He has also proposed renovations to other Washington-area landmarks, including the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and the Kennedy Center.

Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.