Dallas airport selects PA Consulting and Jacobs for intelligent infrastructure project

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has selected PA Consulting and parent company Jacobs to lead a digital advisory engagement focusing on intelligent airport operations.

The engagement will integrate AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics to improve operational efficiency, scalability, and passenger experience at one of the country’s busiest airports.

The project will develop an intelligent foundation IT architecture to support predictive decision-making and innovation, including embedded cybersecurity capabilities and scalable digital infrastructure.

“As airports face increasing complexity and rising expectations from travellers and stakeholders alike, DFW is reimagining the future of airport operations and intelligent infrastructure,” said Carlos Ozores US aviation lead, PA Consulting. “We look forward to working alongside one of the world’s most innovative and technologically advanced airports to fulfill their vision of transforming air travel.”

PA’s aviation practice provides technology, sustainability, and operational excellence solutions to clients including airlines, airports, investors, and the broader aviation supply chain. PA has advised Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on harnessing technology to become the world’s most sustainable airport and support Heathrow Airport with improving punctuality through initiatives in customer experience, safety, and efficiency.

Jacobs – which acquired PA in 2021 – is the top engineering consultancy in ENR’s ranking for airport design.

“Our integrated digital delivery approach – developed in close collaboration with PA Consulting – supports large, complex environments like DFW to become more agile, responsive, and efficient, unlocking lasting value for passengers, operators, and the broader community,” said Amer Battikhi, EVP at Jacobs.