Federal Aviation Administration says the planned project off Cape Cod is safe for air traffic . Developers estimate the project will create 600 to 1,000 jobs during construction and 150 full time jobs once complete . `` This FAA approval allows Cape Wind to move forward and jump-start the new American industry in offshore wind power that will help light up the East Coast , '' Cape Wind spokesman Mark Rogers told CNN . Republican congressional committee chairman says the agency was under political pressure . Residents have mounted fierce opposition to wind farm , saying it would threaten wildlife . Score: 6
Federal Aviation Administration says the planned project off Cape Cod is safe for air traffic . Republican congressional committee chairman says the agency was under political pressure . Residents have mounted fierce opposition to wind farm , saying it would threaten wildlife . Score: 6