More Airports Needed In Southern California

Even with an expansion at LAX, officials are calling for increased capacity in neighboring Orange County to help meet demand.

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January 20, 2001, 9:00 AM PST

By Christian Madera @http://www.twitter.com/cpmadera

"Los Angeles International Airport could grow from 65 million to 90 million annual passengers with an $11.4 billion expansion, but Orange County must help meet Southern California's aviation demands, says an LAX environmental-impact report released Thursday. The draft report shows LAX going far beyond its capacity even with the massive expansion if Orange County doesn't build a second airport at the closed El Toro Marine base."

Thanks to Christian Peralta

Read the full story: LAX report says O.C. airport needed

Friday, January 19, 2001 in Orange County Register

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