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tunnels and stations, the JFK Direct and Jamaica Express would extend service to Lower Manhattan, bypassing Atlantic Terminal and making one stop in Downtown Brooklyn,'*

In Lower M anhattan, pending resolution of security issues, a baggage check-in and a dedicated platform could be provided for the JFK, Direct, while ticketing and waiting facilities could be provided for the Jamaica Express. Separate fare systems for the two services could be imple­ mented easily and passenger comfort could be maximized. Airport travelers would not need to squeeze onto rush-hour commuter trains and commuters would not be inconvenienced by lug­ gage-laden railcars on major travel days.

The JFK Direct and Jamaica Express would cost S4.7-5.3 billion. It would take 5 years to con­ struct the first phase of this project to Atlantic Terminal, as described above. The entire system would be completed in 10 years.'" Further development of the proposal is needed to address con­ struction feasibility, the relationship to rhe currently programmed AirTrain JFK service to Jamaica, and other institutional and operational issues. Nonetheless, the JFK Direct model demonstrates the potential for accomplishing a fast, reliable, one-seat ride to JFK Airport utiliz­ ing an existing technology.

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