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Denver International Airport

Denver International Airport

Municipal airport

Appears in 5 stories · Last updated Nov 10, 2026

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Denver City Council approves airport radio encryption contracts

Built World

Upgrading radio encryption and security systems

Denver City Council approved two contracts on Nov. 2, 2026, worth $9.66 million, to upgrade radio encryption at Denver International Airport. The contracts with Dailey and Wells Communications cover L3Harris radio hardware, software, and support through 2028, including a one-time purchase to implement modern encryption and over-the-air rekeying.

Updated Yesterday

Denver airport proposes major network upgrade across three vendors

Money Moves

As of September 2026: Seeking $90 million in network IT purchase authority

Denver International Airport has asked the city to authorize up to $90 million in spending on the computer networks that run its operations. Three filings submitted Sept. 16 seek $30 million in purchase authority each from a different IT vendor.

Updated Sep 23

FAA awards Denver $80.5 million for new airport apron

Built World

As of August 2026: Project site

The federal government has committed $80.5 million to build a 122,200-square-yard aircraft parking apron on the west side of Denver International Airport. Denver will bill the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for eligible costs as construction proceeds; the award is an obligation, not cash in hand.

Updated Aug 29

Mile High Deli & Brews gets liquor license and permits at Denver International Airport

Built World

As of August 2026: Venue for the new restaurant

Mile High Deli & Brews has permits and a liquor license on record at Denver International Airport. City records show 14 filings between May 4 and August 25: 13 construction permits for tenant improvements and one active hotel-and-restaurant liquor license.

Updated Aug 28

Taco Bell Cantina gets liquor license and permits at Denver International Airport

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As of August 2026: Host facility for the Cantina

Denver International Airport is getting a Taco Bell that serves alcohol. The chain cleared its final construction permit on August 24, 2026, capping 11 filings since June and a liquor license issued that month.

Updated Aug 28