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International Arrivals Building Expansion
In response to continuing growth in international air service at Washington Dulles International Airport, the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority opened the International Arrivals Building (IAB) in 1990, when Dulles was serving approximately 1.4 million international passengers a year. By the end of 2006, the number of passengers arriving from abroad has increased to nearly five million passengers annually with new routes being added every year.
The expansion of the existing facility will allow the Customs and Border Protection Services to serve approximately 2,400 passengers per hour--nearly double that of its current capacity. Baggage claim devices will be enlarged and new primary inspection positions will be added. Skylights and a large window area will allow natural light to filter into the space providing a more welcoming entry to the United States.
The project will take place in three phases to minimize disruption to passengers.
Statistics about the International Arrivals Building Expansion Improvements (table):
| Current | Expansion | |
| Passengers Per Hour | 1400 | 2400 |
| Total Floor Area | 188,263 sf | 394,263 sf |
| Primary Inspection Positions | 38 | 50 |
| Maximum Passengers in Queue | 605 | 778 |
| Bag Claim Devices | 6 | 6 + Odd Size |
| Bag Claim Presentation | 960 lf | 1296 lf |
Construction Information:
- Design Contractor: Pierce Goodwin Alexander & Linville (PGAL)
- Construction Contractor: To be determined
- Estimated Completion date: 2011