Originally Posted by
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Yes, lets compare HKG, SEL, SIN as the single point of entry to say the U.S where it has a dozen or so major POE's. The issue really does stand out, doesn't it.
How about this. If the public demands we have similar facilities, then lets shutter all but 3-4 nationwide, pump billions into building what the rest of the world has/wants/demands and force funnel all international travelers into those.
Oh unless you full time flying travellers are willing to reach deep into your pockets to pay, most of the U.S public doesn't give a care there's a mall, driving range, small little cubes to sleep in.
Aside from the disparity in population and economy, you might have a point.
The reality is that there's no reason the US can't have great airports. They choose not to.