San Bernardino International may become next L.A.-area airport

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USA TODAY

San Bernardino International may become next L.A.-area airport

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (AP) — Flights could begin next year at San Bernardino International Airport, which occupies the former Norton Air Force Base site.

The city has spent $34 million to refurbish the runway, $38 million for a new passenger terminal and $8 million to widen roads leading to the air field, which has languished since the military base closed in 1994. Airport officials said they are negotiating with four airlines to provide regular passenger service beginning next year, but the names of carriers weren't disclosed.

San Bernardino International Airport would provide customers in the Inland Empire communities of Riverside and San Bernardino counties with cheaper fares, less congestion and international destinations. Many potential customers pass through San Bernardino on their way to Los Angeles Ontario International Airport.

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