NEW ORLEANS | Project/Development Thread

[prokowave]

Originally Posted by lamsalfl

Any airport experts on here know if there is any chance that we could one day become a focus city for Southwest with our new facilities? Love Field and Houston Hobby only have so much space.

The new terminal will certainly help Southwest to grow, especially internationally as the current terminal has them in a separate security area from the international gates. That being said MSY is pretty close to being a focus city as it is with up to 54-57 daily departures and a lot of connections are offered, mostly Florida to Texas/California. Their main issue right now is a shortage of planes.

Spirit airlines is growing rapidly going to 12 daily departures this summer and they also will offer a few connections through MSY. Spirit may be more likely to start some international routes as they are more recognized in Latin America.

I think we are getting close to the point where someone will try some Central American and Caribbean destinations. The Fort Lauderdale/Miami area is pretty saturated and Houston's demand is weakened with cheap oil. Having a terminal with a unified security area and improved concessions will definitely help.

[nolafan]

Originally Posted by lamsalfl

Any airport experts on here know if there is any chance that we could one day become a focus city for Southwest with our new facilities? Love Field and Houston Hobby only have so much space.

I agree with prokowave. There's a lot on the horizon with Southwest. They've already applied to the FAA to do two international destinations from New Orleans and have been approved. So, I would assume that is coming with new terminal.

As far as a focus city/hub, it's pretty much there without the title. However, I do expect to see a hub type situation coming from Spirit before Southwest. Spirit is not only expanding but they are doing very well in this market. (Not from me)

There's a lot of rumors about a huge Delta expansion at MSY too, so that's also another potential. Delta could easily expand and go head to head with American and probably win the battle. I'd say stay tuned because the airport is a very busy place right now with a lot of moving pieces. Hope that helps!

Also, I know it's unofficial until the numbers are released, but I've had two friends on the British Airways flight. One said the flight was about half full, the other said it was completely full. So, regardless, that's impressive given it's just starting out. The plane holds 214 people, so even half full this early is a good sign.

[tennis1400]

Originally Posted by nolafan

I agree with prokowave. There's a lot on the horizon with Southwest. They've already applied to the FAA to do two international destinations from New Orleans and have been approved. So, I would assume that is coming with new terminal.

As far as a focus city/hub, it's pretty much there without the title. However, I do expect to see a hub type situation coming from Spirit before Southwest. Spirit is not only expanding but they are doing very well in this market. (Not from me)

There's a lot of rumors about a huge Delta expansion at MSY too, so that's also another potential. Delta could easily expand and go head to head with American and probably win the battle. I'd say stay tuned because the airport is a very busy place right now with a lot of moving pieces. Hope that helps!

Also, I know it's unofficial until the numbers are released, but I've had two friends on the British Airways flight. One said the flight was about half full, the other said it was completely full. So, regardless, that's impressive given it's just starting out. The plane holds 214 people, so even half full this early is a good sign.

Regarding British Airways... if they are adding another day its clearly doing well.

Didnt Delta just order a bunch of new regional jets too?


Never flown Spirit but absolutely would expect Spirit to hub here before Southwest . NOLA is too near Houston and Dallas for that to happen.

[tennis1400]

Originally Posted by prokowave

Having a terminal with a unified security area and improved concessions will definitely help.

This is more crucial than anyone thinks! Without Unified security area airlines run the risk of passengers missing transfers and that cost everyone money. Not a deal killer but certainly not helpful!

[tennis1400]

Originally Posted by nolafan

I agree with prokowave. There's a lot on the horizon with Southwest. They've already applied to the FAA to do two international destinations from New Orleans and have been approved. So, I would assume that is coming with new terminal.
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Where do you find that information on FAAs website?

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Some additional renderings of The Jung:

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2901 Leon C Simon Dr·New Construction ·Ref Code: 0K7UB8
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Eliot Neel
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Date Filed:
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New Construction for Visitors Center at the FBI Field Offices. Not attached to the existing building, including: Gates, Barriers and Visitor Processor Center.

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629 Canal St·HDLC COA ·Ref Code: RBJJ1E
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Pressure wash and paint Canal St elevation, remove exterior fire escape and install historically accurate parapet cap at top as per HDLC approval

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Convention Center Linear Park:

[nolafan]

Originally Posted by tennis1400

Regarding British Airways... if they are adding another day its clearly doing well.

Didnt Delta just order a bunch of new regional jets too?


Never flown Spirit but absolutely would expect Spirit to hub here before Southwest . NOLA is too near Houston and Dallas for that to happen.

NOLA is farther away than Dallas & Houston and they are both hubs for Southwest. So we aren't necessarily "too close". As far as Delta, yes they have a ton of regional jets but don't forget New Orleans was a Delta hub back in the day.

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Love the convention center linear park plans. That's going to add a lot to that area. When is this supposed to kick off? Soon right?

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Originally Posted by nolafan

Love the convention center linear park plans. That's going to add a lot to that area. When is this supposed to kick off? Soon right?

this summer

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326 Camp St·Attached Sign ·Ref Code: YT8SD2
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Installation of ( 1 ) sign1 as per sketch and HDLC Approval. Proposed sign text The Picayune. Reverse channel letters on building w/LED lights






326 Camp St·Attached Sign ·Ref Code: UXX7MU
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Installation of new canopy with routed faces as per sketch and HDLC Approval. Sign text Picayune Social House hanging from existing wooden beam. Illuminated double faced sign.








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601 Loyola Ave, Suite 200·Renovation (Non-Structural) ·Ref Code: 7TCABN
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Terri Dreyer
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Renovate spa in existing hotel as per plans.

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6115 Magazine St·Renovation (Non-Structural) ·Ref Code: 2HC7V5
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Zoning Review
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4/6/2017
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Interior Build out permit for office space linked to initial permit number 16-40409.



852 Tchoupitoulas St·Renovation (Non-Structural) ·Ref Code: 2W0C2E
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Interior build out of existing vacant tenant space. Construction is only interior, no work to be performed on the exterior of the building. Add interior walls and toilet room per drawings.

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301 Camp St·Renovation (Structural) ·Ref Code: 8ZKMAU
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Collin Henke
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4/7/2017
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Interior and exterior renovation for existing La Quinta

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752 Tchoupitoulas St [Tommy’s Wine Bar]·Attached Sign ·Ref Code: YSYBQU
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Manufacture and install ( 1 ) illuminated double faced sign on existing building/new cabinet as per sketch and HDLC Approval. Proposed sign text NOSH

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http://www.opalbasil.com/

[Chris from N.O.]

I noticed that where the old warehouse on Tulane was is a sign that says "development opportunity- contact Feil organization." Not sure if that's for retail space or if it means he's looking to sell/build to fit.

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http://maisonduparcfq.com/