MAC orders simulations of airport blasts; A New Mexico research firm's computer estimates will determine the safety of the airport's two terminals and LRT tunnels.(NEWS)

From: Star Tribune (Minneapolis, MN) | Date: November 16, 2001| Author: Wascoe, Dan, Jr. | Copyright information

Byline: Dan Wascoe Jr.; Staff Writer

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New computer simulations of possible explosions at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport will test the safety of its two terminals and the design of its light-rail tunnel.

Airport officials say the blast simulations could help satisfy federal authorities that the main Lindbergh terminal is secure and persuade them to allow the reopening of the remaining parking spaces that were closed after t...

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