News and Resources for Airport Employees
What's New with PDX Next (Week of November 3)

 

Something to Smile about in November

Traveling through Portland International Airport just got easier and more accessible. With the Aira ASL app, Deaf and hard-of-hearing travelers can connect instantly with a live ASL interpreter – ready to help with shopping, dining, directions, or questions in real time.

Here’s how it works:

  1. Download the Aira ASL app on iOS or Android
  2. Open the app and tap “Call Interpreter”
  3. Connect instantly with a live ASL interpreter 

Construction Impacts to Expect: November 3 - 9

To help you plan for what’s ahead, we’re updating this section weekly. If you'd like to receive these updates right in your inbox, subscribe to the PDX People newsletter.

North Escalators: From midnight on Monday, Nov. 3 to 4 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, the north escalators will be closed. The elevators will be operational.

Loud Work in Ticket Hall and Baggage Claim: On Wednesday, Nov. 5, from 7 – 10 a.m., expect periodic elevated noise levels in the ticket lobby as crews work on the FID structure.

 

Now through Thursday, Nov. 13, from 6 a.m. - 4 p.m., loud noise and vibrations from concrete cutting and chipping will be present in the south ticket hall and south baggage claim. Noise mitigations will be used as much as possible and crews will monitor noise levels. 

Want the Inside Scoop on Construction at PDX? 

Want the inside scoop on Phase 2 of construction at PDX? On Tuesday, Nov. 25, Shelley Lovejoy with the Port of Portland along with Adam Garske of Hoffman-Skanska will share the latest construction updates and answer your questions about PDX Next in just 30 minutes. They'll even give you an early look at architectural renderings and behind-the-scenes photos and videos! The next forum is on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 10:30 a.m.

If you'd like to join this meeting, email PDX People Communications before Monday, Nov. 24 for the meeting link. NOTE: If you had a link previously to this meeting, it has changed as of Sept. 30. Please email PDX People Communications for the new link!

Got PDX Next Questions? We've Got Answers

See something you’re curious about or have a suggestion that’s related to PDX Next construction? If you have a comment, question or non-urgent concern, send a note to hello@pdxnext.com.

For immediate safety concerns, call the PDX Communication Center’s non-emergency number at 503.460.4747. For life-threatening issues or medical, fire or police emergencies, call the emergency line at 503.460.4000.