There has been a lot of work done to the airport (PJIA) over the past 1 1/2 years.

In the first 2 years after Irma, The SXM Airport roof was fully replaced and reinforced an is now rated to withstand winds up to 185mph. This was completed by June 2019. Also in this time frame a lot was done internally and around the exterior to make the airport/terminal usable. They replaced the exterior fencing surrounding the majority of the airport. They cleared away tons of debris from within and outside the terminal and littering the airport grounds. They sealed the exterior of the terminal from the elements to prevent further damage. After Irma, the airport was totally unusable and I'm sure many on here can remember the different tents for arrival, departure and luggage.

Funding for the main reconstruction was held up by the Insurance company, but once that was settled the process took on a more accelerated pace.

Starting in November 2020, two major projects were started, The Sprinkler System Repair and the Mold Remediation and Waste Disposal. Completed April 2021

In June 2021 Funding was authorized for the full restoration of the terminal building. The funding is being provided by Sint Maarten Trust Fund(World Bank managed) and the European Investment Bank. SMTF is providing $72 million and the European Investment Bank is providing $50 million. In August 2021, an award was made to Ballast Nedam for reconstruction of the airport and after challenges and reviews their work went live in November 2021. Based upon the published timeline, the airport terminal should be fully completed in Q3 2023.

The picture shown above of the Jetway Pivot Point shows some of their progress. Just 2 months ago. the old jetways were still fully there on site, damaged and unusable.

Below are two charts that show what is proposed during reconstruction and upgrades are expected.