Building for Tomorrow
Modernizing JWA for
Generations to Come
Progress is happening at John Wayne Airport. Our multi-year Capital Improvement Program represents one of the most significant investments in our Airport's history. From upgraded elevators and escalators to airfield improvements and barrier-free access enhancements, we're modernizing infrastructure, enhancing safety, and building world-class facilities worthy of Orange County.
Our work in 2025
Improved safety
for ground
transportation
We achieved substantial completion of the Terminal C Lower Roadway Safety Enhancement Project, creating safer conditions for passengers, vehicles and Airport operations.
Modernized vertical transportation for enhanced safety and reliability
We completed Phase 1A improvements to our elevators and escalators, upgrading critical systems to improve passenger safety and convenience with better directional lighting and more dependable operation.
Improved airfield safety with infrastructure realignment
We completed the Taxiway B Service Road Realignment Project, enhancing safety for both aircraft operations and ground vehicles by optimizing traffic flow and reducing potential conflict points on the airfield.
Linear feet of new striping for the Taxiway Bravo (B) capital improvement project.
Enhanced
accessibility for
all travelers
We completed the Facility Accessibility Improvements Phase 1A Project, ensuring ADA compliance throughout key areas of the Airport and reinforcing our commitment to creating a welcoming, barrier-free travel experience for guests of all abilities.
What’s ahead in 2026?
We’ll continue
upgrading our
facilities
We’ll complete phase 1B of the Elevators/Escalators Improvement Project, extending safety and reliability enhancements throughout the Airport.
We’ll continue
expanding accessibility improvements
We’ll complete the Facility Accessibility Improvements Phase 1B Project, furthering our commitment to ADA compliance and ensuring barrier-free access throughout additional areas of the Airport.
We’ll advance our
General Aviation facilities
We’ll finalize the plan review of Jay's 14+ acre limited-service Fixed Base Operator (FBO) development project and initiate construction in the fall of 2026 as part of our General Aviation Improvement Program (GAIP). This development will help us accommodate larger aircraft, improve office space for private aviation users, and provide enhanced safety improvements for general aviation operations.