Editorial: Gondola idea should be grounded

Urban gondolas are the next trendy thing in public transit. It’s not hard to see why.
They can be constructed at a fraction of the cost and time it takes to tunnel or lay down tracks for earthbound LRT. Part-transit solution, part-tourist attraction, they promise to keep people moving despite gridlock below while offering breathtaking views and providing an unconventional and undeniably charming way to get around.
Tramway systems have proven to be a hit in cities such as Medellin, Columbia