Despite vigorous opposition from several airlines, Denver officials say they do not anticipate a delay in city council review and approval of a $1.8-billion maximum-value contract to upgrade the main airport terminal. That contract is scheduled for the council's final approval on Aug. 7.
The CEOs of nine major airlines that operate out of Denver International Airport (DIA) sent a letter to airport CEO Kim Day in June to protest the scope and cost of the proposed renovations. "Despite our best efforts working with the airport, we find ourselves with significant concerns on both the financial and operational fronts," the letter said. It was signed by representatives of Frontier, Southwest, United, Delta, American and four other carriers, including United Parcel Service.