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Article: No-go for commercial airport at US Homestead Air Force Base.
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- January 17, 2001
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The US Air Force has decided against allowing a commercial airport to be built on Homestead Air Force Base, Florida, which was destroyed by Hurricane Andrew in 1992.
The decision apparently reflects the view that the siting of a commercial airport on the base could be harmful to the Everglades and Biscayne national parks. The 717 acre site is likely to be offered to Miami-Dade County for mixed use.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Alex Penelas has indicated that he is disappointed with the decision and will look into avenues to secure a reversal. He also stated that the offer of the land ...