Logan Airport Capital Projects

[OldColony]

I took my first flight on JetBlue last month, so this was my first visit to Terminal C in many, many years. My impression passing through security was how cramped the secure public space is leading to the gates. So seeing last week's report on JetBlue's Terminal C rebuild plans was a pleasant surprise.

While we waited for our flight out, I did see a Framingham Logan Express "Straight to Gate" bus arriving on the tarmac. Definitely a service we would have used via the Braintree Logan Express if it was available.

 

[citydweller]

The remote terminal pilot program has mostly pros. The TSA pre-check (in Framingham) was a breeze. The staff was great, treated you like a guest. Absolutely no stress, loved it. The Logan experience for Jet Blue was not as smooth. It took about 30 minutes for the bus to leave the security checkpoint entrance until you actually got to the special / makeshift gate. The reason for the delays was waiting for Jet traffic to clear. Buses must yield to 737s Note: I should mention that arriving at the Delta gate was much faster since Terminal A is very close to the security entrance. I think it would be a challenge to manage many Logan Express buses on the airport roads. It would be interesting to read the final report of the pilot program.

 

[CBCArch61]

While we waited for our flight out, I did see a Framingham Logan Express "Straight to Gate" bus arriving on the tarmac. Definitely a service we would have used via the Braintree Logan Express if it was available.

 

[jklo]

They drive to the tarmac? WTF.

 

[Stlin]

They drive to the tarmac? WTF.

That is admittedly the point of these remote terminals; you and your bags clear TSA out in Framingham and then you arrive at Logan airside, thereby skipping the lines at Logan. There's a reason it's on a remote lot from the garage with its own structure - even out there there's "landside & airside" and a fenced in secure sallyport for the buses.

And... I don't know how pilot-y this pilot actually is - to my understanding they've already awarded the CM@R contract for Braintree LEX, and that facility's design baked in a fairly significant expansion of remote terminal capacity, with 6 secure bus berths.

 

[citydweller]

They drive to the tarmac? WTF.

The buses are not on the tarmac but drive on the roadways, if you can call them roadways, where airport vehicles are allowed. The Logan express buses are escorted by a lead vehicle, a pseudo traffic cop, to ensure safety. Having said that, the bus driver had to stop quickly to allow a commuter plane to cross. Logistically, there are challenges traversing the terminals.

 

[BeeLine]

As of 726. The airport project just east of the Woodland Blue line station.

 

[Texasian]

MassPort's July meeting materials are out. Gives us some details for what we can expect for the Terminal C rebuild.

Some interesting bits:
- JetBlue approached MassPort with the proposal unprompted
- 5 year timeline once construction begins, with first phase coming online after 2 years.
- Integrates facilities for Logan Express remote terminal operations (maybe airside transfers ex-BOS?)
- No net change in gates

Seems like a bit of a missed opportunity to not include a marquee lounge in the new space though. I guess they thought they just couldn't wait.

 

[Stlin]

Seems like a bit of a missed opportunity to not include a marquee lounge in the new space though. I guess they thought they just couldn't wait.

I mean, they did hollow out the shell space for a new lounge in C a couple years ago; JetBlue's BlueHouse is going in near C25 in a space unimpacted by this proposal and apparently is still scheduled to open this summer though I've not seen any press on it.

More interestingly though, now that you've brought it up, the other Terminal C lounge they approved was supposed to be built on top of whatever this is - commited to by Amex in 2024 for a Centurion Lounge with an outdoor space - is both conspicuously missing from the outdoor render, yet that protrustion remains. As I don't believe it ever began construction, I wouldn't be surprised if that space still will house a lounge... Just maybe more integrated into this new hammer head than tacked on.

 

[Chickenman]

I mean, they did hollow out the shell space for a new lounge in C a couple years ago; JetBlue's BlueHouse is going in near C25 in a space unimpacted by this proposal and apparently is still scheduled to open this summer though I've not seen any press on it.

More interestingly though, now that you've brought it up, the other Terminal C lounge they approved was supposed to be built on top of whatever this is - commited to by Amex in 2024 for a Centurion Lounge with an outdoor space - is both conspicuously missing from the outdoor render, yet that protrustion remains. As I don't believe it ever began construction, I wouldn't be surprised if that space still will house a lounge... Just maybe more integrated into this new hammer head than tacked on.

It is under construction - per google earth historical imaging from this June:

 

[BosDevelop]

It is under construction - per google earth historical imaging from this June:

I can confirm. The other night my flight pulled into the gate next to the ongoing construction and I could see it from the window. Site looked active.

 

[Texasian]

Looks like JetBlue’s lounge is opening soon. They’ve scheduled an employee open house for next week.

 

[mass88]

BlueHouse is going to open this coming Thursday.

Domestic Mint passengers will be able to get in for free. It's their second lounge, and the larger of the two.

They did a preview with media today.

https://twitter.com/x/status/2092034029633585213

https://onemileatatime.com/news/jetblue-bluehouse-lounge-boston/

 

[citydweller]

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/24/lifestyle/jetblue-new-lounge-logan-opening/

Snippets from the Globe article

Calling it a new way for travelers to experience JetBlue’s “thoughtful hospitality and elevated amenities,” JetBlue president Marty St. George officially launched BlueHouse. JetBlue’s first lounge at Logan, which will open to customers on Aug. 27, is chock-a-block with local references.

Access to the Terminal C lounge will be free for Mosaic 4 members, which is the top tier of JetBlue’s loyalty program. It will also be complimentary for JetBlue Premier cardholders and customers flying Mint, JetBlue’s business-class product. There will be a charge ranging from $59 to $79 for other passengers with JetBlue status, with day passes available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The 12,000-square-foot space, which will accommodate up to 204 travelers, is intended to reflect New England with nods to multiple Massachusetts and Boston-specific elements, the most notable of which is an entire wall that is a replica of Fenway’s Green Monster.

The lounge is filled with details intended to give locals a relaxing slice of home before departure or, for those from other parts of the world, an introduction to some Boston highlights."

“I will say this is probably part of the BlueHouse that I personally love the most; this is the dugout,” said Stephanie Evans Greene, senior vice president of marketing and brand for JetBlue, as she gave a tour of the space. “We have a replica of the Green Monster, including the dents in the back of the wall. The lights actually do work.”