Airport Transit

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Panel Rejects LaGuardia AirTrain, Recommends Better Buses

The recommendations issued by a panel of experts concluded that bus improvements could serve travelers sooner and more cost-effectively than the proposed AirTrain rail line.

March 16, 2023 - Crain's New York Business

San Francisco Internation Airport

An Enticement to Ride BART to the Airport: A Shorter Security Line

Airport and transit planners in the Bay Area are considering adding a perk for transit ridership for travelers to and from San Francisco International Airport.

October 27, 2019 - San Francisco Chronicle

AirTrain Newark Airport

New Jersey Governor Says Airport Monorail Needs Replacement

Governor Phil Murphy says $2.1 billion is needed to replace the AirTrain monorail.

January 27, 2019 - Crain's New York Business

Grade Crossing

Denver Still Seeking a Solution to At-Grade Crossings on New Rail Lines

Seemingly esoteric matters of crossing safety and gate activation times are presenting a major obstacle for RTD's commuter rail expansion projects in the Denver area.

September 28, 2017 - The Denver Post

Atlanta International Airport

Ranking: Atlanta the Best City for Airport Transit

The best city for taking transit to the airport, according to one ranking, is also known for car culture and sprawl.

February 9, 2017 - The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Public-Private-Partnership Ready To Build Rail To Denver Airport

Known as PPPs, these consortiums combine the best of public and private sectors to finance, build and operate large projects quickly and efficiently. The 23-mile rail line from downtown's Union Station is expected to start soon and open in 2016.

June 25, 2010 - The Denver Post

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