Runways And The Environment

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symptoms of an outdated and severely congested U.S. aviation system. While new technologies, proposed economic restrictions, and changes to airline schedules are all parts of the solution, many observers say that a long-term capacity solution must include significant airport growth in order to handle projected use of the aviation system” (AAAE, June 2001).

“Pressure is mounting on the Administration and Congress to find a solution to air travel complaints and air traffic delays. Several lawmakers – most notably Senate Appropriations Chairman Ted Stevens – have announced their intentions to introduce legislation that would streamline the environmental review process, which would allow for airport construction projects to be completed in a timelier manner” (AAAE, June 2001).


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Chapter 2
Environmental Reviews
A protracted environmental process is one of the barriers to providing the increased capacity at airports that can reduce airlines and air traveler delays. On average, a typical environmental study takes between 2....