T-3 project continues as tourism numbers dip

 While tourism numbers continue to take a fall, the Terminal 3 project at McCarran Airport continues full-speed ahead.

The $1.6 billion project is scheduled to open in 2012, adding 14 new gates, its own ticketing and baggage areas, and even a brand new parking deck.


The terminal will also accommodate international flights.

What's troubling is the fact that tourism numbers are on the slide. McCarran's traffic fell in July by 9.3% (see recent R-J story).

Something to chew on next time you're cutting through LAS.

E.C. :)