Will Bradley Expand?

The Hartford Courant recently reported on a plan to expand Bradley International Airport by constructing a new terminal and parking garage. According to the article, which cites to a report for Connecticut’s Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Aviation Administration, the project would almost double the number of gates available. In the short term, the phased project aims to demolish an old terminal and construct the parking garage. Constructing the new terminal would occur when the need arises based on passenger use. Other proposed improvements include a modified roadway system, new approach roadway alignments, and power generation. A July 2, 2012 DOT press release explains that the project’s Environmental Assessment/Environmental Impact Evaluation is currently available for public review and comment. The project is subject to the National Environmental Policy Act and the Connecticut Environmental Policy Act.