March 15 is not the spring. The proposed hub at PTI has been controversial almost since it was announced in April 1998. It also might have flights to Europe. Critics believe the hub would cause excessive jet noise during overnight operations. They also think it will increase traffic congestion and pollute the air and water.
Supporters say fears are overblown.
They think it will give the region a much-needed business boost. The FAA report will sort through those issues. Right now, the agency can't even pin down what month the report will be released, Bergen said. It will try to give a week's notice before the document is sent to a variety of public agencies for people to examine, Bergen said. Based on conversations with the FAA and the consultant preparing the study, Johnson said he does not expect the report before the end of March.