If you're an aviation nerd or just need a break from the crowds inside the Barbara Jordan Terminal, it's nice to know that all ticket holders can access this small indoor/outdoor seating area at the east end near Parkside and the Delta lounge (upstairs to 2nd floor).
This space was briefly leased to host the Chase Sapphire Lounge (RIP), but now is open to anyone departing or arriving at ABIA. There's no extra security or entry procedure.
There are a few chairs in the small air-conditioned space, but most seating and the single unisex restroom are outside. Of course, this is Texas and it's well over 85F degrees out there most of the year, so good luck to you if you aren't acclimated to our intense heat & humidity.
From this space, you can watch some of the planes maneuver, but be forewarned:
- it's hot & LOUD outside
- there's no roof, so shade or rain cover are minimal
- fumes from various active engines are all around
- there are no food or refreshments or vendors of any kind up here, so BYO sustainance
- smokers/vapers are NOT allowed to light up out here read more