The provided plans illustrate the current layout of Southwest Airport and its proposed design following redevelopment next year. Overall, the airport is set to undergo a significant expansion, most notably in the number of gates and the redesign of its walkway system, alongside the introduction of various new amenities to enhance passenger services. Currently, Southwest Airport features a single, straight walkway providing access to eight gates. Following the redevelopment, this will be completely transformed into a 'Y'-shaped structure, considerably expanding the number of gates from 8 to 18. The existing walkway, which presently runs centrally from the terminal, will split into two distinct branches: one extending north-westward to gates 1-7, and the other north-eastward to gates 8-18. A notable addition in this area will be a new shopping concourse located immediately after the main security and passport control checkpoints, before the bifurcating walkways. Within the main terminal building, several facilities are planned for modification and addition. In the Departures area, the current check-in (C) and a café will be supplemented by a new bag drop (B) facility, and a second café will be situated near security. The Arrivals area, which presently only accommodates passport control and customs, is set to gain significantly. Following redevelopment, it will feature an additional café, an ATM, and a car hire facility, all catering to arriving passengers. Moreover, a new sky train is indicated to be incorporated, likely connecting to the airport's wider transport network, though its precise location isn't explicitly detailed on the provided plan.
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