Ralph Cutié, Director of MIA Airport, joins us to break down the massive $9 billion transformation happening behind the scenes at one of America’s busiest airports. From new terminals and hotels to 24/7 construction and restroom overhauls, he shares exactly how the team is preparing for the future of Miami air travel.We also discuss the airport’s economic impact, how to work with MIA, and whether the state could really take over operations. If you’ve ever wondered what goes on behind those secured doors—or why that train has been broken for a year—this episode gives you rare access.Manny Alfonso:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/Kiko Suarez:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/Eduardo Moya:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/Follow Us! - A Day in Miami:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID________________________Produced by: Ben SchwedeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/0:00 Intro1:41 About Ralph Cutié3:21 $9 Billion for Improvements6:14 Passenger and Cargo Volume11:53 Fixing the Airport 24/719:20 Restrooms Renovation21:35 Impact of MIA Airport22:23 How to Work with the Airport?23:47 VIP Concierge Service Coming Soon26:06 New Hotel28:12 New Terminal K31:31 Concessions34:41 Lightning Crew37:39 Plane Crash at the Airport45:25 State Taking Over the Airport?46:33 Train Down for a Year50:07 What the MIA Director Looks Forward To53:05 Preparing for Busiest Day59:27 Miami Freedom Park and Traffic1:01:34 Landing of Air Force One1:03:21 Working with Airlines1:05:55 Top 3 Restaurants1:08:49 Outro
