Military Reluctant To Allow Land Use For San Diego Airport

An analysis of three military sites will be released today in an effort to narrow down the choices for re-siting the Lindbergh Field international airport, a decision facing voters in November.

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May 16, 2006, 5:00 AM PDT

By David Gest

Against unwavering opposition from the military, the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority has identified three Navy or Marine Corps sites with existing runway infrastructure as the most fitting locations for a relocated and expanded international airport. But the proposal to introduce civilian flights into active military airfields has the Navy and Marine Corps up in arms.

"...finding a site for a new airport is an exercise in NIMBYism."

FULL STORY: Airport Plan May Pit Navy Against San Diego Civilians

Monday, May 15, 2006 in The Los Angeles Times

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