Kansas City International Airport
Medium HubKansas City, MO · MCI
Recent News
Updated Mar 14, 2026Kansas City International Airport terminals were evacuated for approximately two hours on March 8, 2026, following a reported bomb threat around 11:15 a.m. The FBI and airport police determined the threat was not credible, and normal operations resumed shortly after 2 p.m. with 144 delays and 2 cancellations reported.
Southwest Airlines inaugurated new nonstop service between Kansas City International Airport and Punta Cana International Airport on March 7, 2026. The once-weekly Saturday flights provide travelers with easy access to one of the Caribbean's top destinations.
Kansas City International Airport is among 16 airports designated as highest priority to receive TSA PreCheck Touchless ID technology in early 2026. The biometric facial recognition upgrade is part of TSA's expansion from 15 to 65 airports by spring.
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Source: FAA CATS Form 5100-127, DOT T-100 Market Data, Airport Official Statements · Hub classification: FAA CY 2024 Enplanement Data · Prepared by DWU Consulting