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Airports balance construction needs with passenger fees

Published: July 2, 2009
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Sean Ryan
sean.ryan@dailyreporter.com
A proposed change in federal law that would give airports more money for construction projects also could increase ticket prices and scare away passengers.
Passenger Facility Charges, such as a $3-per-ticket fee at Milwaukee’s General Mitchell International Airport, are the primary source of money for airport construction work. The federal government limits the fees [...]

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