The Federal Aviation Administration has given final approval for a $5.2 billion expansion of Philadelphia International Airport.
The FAA issued its decision Tuesday. The massive project will take 12 to 15 years to build.
The project aims to reduce congestion at the busy, city-owned airport by expanding two of the runways and building a fifth one along the Delaware River.
Four terminals will be reconstructed or expanded. A new Terminal G and commuter terminal also will be built.
The project will also involve the acquisition and demolition of several dozen homes in neighboring Tinicum Township, and neighbors have opposed the project.
Airport officials say the project will be paid for by bonds, passenger-facility charges and FAA grants.
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