A second Miami-Dade airport? What county leaders are saying
Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners, potential new airportMiami International Airport (MIA) is expected to reach full capacity within the next 15 years.
According to this one March press release from the governor’s officeIt was released after Mayor Daniella Levine confirmed a feasibility report released by Cava confirmed that MIA was approaching its operational limits. As a result, the County Commission took action to explore the possibility of opening a second airport or expanding Miami Executive Airport (KTMB) or Miami Homestead General Aviation Airport (X51) into full-service commercial airports.
“We are approaching a critical point where capacity restrictions could limit economic growth, disrupt travel, and impact our competitiveness,” said President Anthony Rodriguez. “We must act now to stay ahead. Being proactive will ensure MIA is ready to support its continued growth.”
A motion directs Levine Cava to “advance all next steps outlined in the feasibility study,” which includes further evaluation of three potential sites, the statement says.
WPLG reported He said it would take 12 to 15 years to expand the general airport and at least 20 years to build a completely new airport.
Miami International Airport is already It is undergoing a $9 billion “modernization” process initiative involving building and renovating a new concourse over a hundred passenger boarding bridges and bathrooms, as well as more than 600 elevators, escalators and moving walks.
Where are the three sites located?
Miami International Airport (MIA), 2100 NW 42nd Ave in Miami. It is located at.
Miami Executive Airport (KTMB), 12800 SW 145th Ave in Miami. It is located at.
Miami Homestead General Aviation Airport (X51), 28700 SW 217th Ave in Homestead. It is located at.
Sarah Perkel is the South Florida Connect Reporter for the USA TODAY Network’s Florida Connect team. You can get all of Florida’s best content delivered straight to your inbox every weekday by signing up for our free newsletter. Florida TODAY.
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