San Jose International Airport, in the heart of Silicon Valley, is the largest US city still operating a major commercial airline terminal without jetways, forcing passengers to walk across the tarmac to board their aircraft. Airport officials are in negotiations with construction companies to rebuild the airport.
Construction would begin next year with a demolition of Terminal C, with the construction done in stages to maintain service. The project will include a new terminal, road construction, a central rental car facility, and a parking garage. The project, scheduled for completion in 2010, will completely change the character of the airport.
San Jose Airport has desperately sought international service and made overtures to numerous airlines. However, its last remaining international flight(Mexico and Canada excluded), American Airlines service to Tokyo, is scheduled for cancellation in October.