"The 'temporary' exit route lengthened the walk from gate to baggage claim, sending arriving passengers around the security checkpoints and down the concourse connector hallway."
"On April 15, PDX officially retired the 'temporary' path and opened the new, permanent exits at the north and south ends, bringing people straight from the concourses to the front of the terminal."
"Depending on a flight's particular gate and baggage claim carousel, your trek could be 3-10 minutes shorter now than it was a week ago."
"What could we do with those extra 3-10 minutes? Stop off for cheese curds or an ice cream cone at the Tillamook restaurant?"
Portland International Airport's new ceiling installation in summer 2024 initially lengthened the walk from gates to baggage claim. Complaints arose about the longer route through the departures level. On April 15, the airport opened permanent exits at the north and south ends, significantly reducing the walking distance. Although escalators to baggage claim are still under construction, the new exits have made the journey from the farthest gate to the terminal much shorter, allowing passengers to enjoy more time at the airport's amenities.
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