Credit: City of Phoenix

Credit: City of Phoenix

Credit: City of Phoenix

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport has implemented a 5-mile APM system (PHX Sky Train®) that connects parking, terminals, the regional light rail system, and the consolidated rental car facility.  Improving passenger convenience, connecting to the city light rail, and reducing roadway congestion will enhance the overall efficiency of one of America’s fastest-growing airports. The project was implemented in three stages: 1, 1A and 2.

Lea+Elliott directly served as the APM System Designer on behalf of the City of Phoenix Aviation Department providing Program Management and Project and Construction Management services managing the system definition, design, procurement, construction, and implementation of all three stages of the PHX Sky Train®. The PHX Sky Train® Operating Systems included guideway equipment, vehicles, power systems, automatic train control (ATC), communications (audio and video), station equipment, and a Maintenance & Storage Facility (MSF).

Our oversight activities included:

  • Contract Procurement
  • Design management and quality reviews
  • Acceptance testing
  • Performance & Operational Readiness Airport Transition
  • Manufacturing, construction management, and testing and commissioning
  • Safety certification
  • O&M Services

Prior to implementation

Lea+Elliott led the APM Systems planning, design, engineering, and procurement for Stages 1, 1A and 2. These included:

  • Preliminary system planning and conceptual studies
  • Ridership projections
  • Propulsion power system definition
  • Preliminary Fixed Facility Design Criteria
  • Facilities design criteria
  • Final system design management