Aviation
O’Hare Master Plan. Terminal 5 is currently O’Hare’s international terminal. A 300,000 sq. ft. extension to the existing 700,000 sq. ft. terminal will add 11 new airplane gates, and reconfiguring of the aircraft parking and gates at the existing terminal will add three new gates and will accommodate the future fleet make-up including wide-body and dual-level aircraft.
The concourse level of the extension will house gate hold rooms, restrooms and concessions. A unique method of air distribution utilizing utility pods eliminates overhead duct distribution and proves a sunny open-plan concourse for passenger circulation.
The apron level will house airline operations, a Federal Inspection Services (FIS) sterile corridor connecting to the existing terminal, and mechanical and electrical rooms.
The building is designed in accordance with the Chicago Department of Aviation Sustainable Airport Manual Green Airplane Rating System resulting in a sustainable and energy efficient building.
The existing building upgrades include reconfiguration of the gate holding rooms to support the new gate configurations, new concourse level toilet rooms and concessions, apron level operations spaces, and an extensive reconfiguration and remodeling of the Federal Inspections Area, housing Customs and Border Control.
Upgrades to the terminal’s MEP infrastructure are require to accommodate the expansion and renovations include replacement of existing air handling units and switchgear, and the extension of chilled and high temperature hot water piping through the existing terminal to the extension.
