Fulton County approves $1.3 million airport upgrade project

Fulton County leaders are fast-tracking improvements at Fulton County Airport ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup. On Wednesday, Fulton County commissioners approved a $1.3 million airport upgrade project tied to a much larger long-term expansion plan that could eventually reshape the area surrounding the airport. County leaders say the urgency stems from Atlanta's preparation to welcome an influx of visitors for the games. "We approved some additional improvements under our airp