Back in May, we learned about the National Zoo’s desire to install an aerial tram, similar to the one at the San Diego Zoo (pictured left). Today, the Examiner and AP are reporting that massive, 20-year long $1 billion master plan to renovate the Zoo has been approved, and it includes installing the aerial tram. In addition to the sky tram, the master plan also increases exhibit space from 35 to 47 acres by repurposing…

The Examiner reports on a new master plan for the future of the National Zoo set to be unveiled on Thursday that includes a call to build an aerial tram running the length of the 163-acre park. Other proposals include expanded exhibits, new visitor centers and a public plaza on the current site of the Great Ape House. The image at left is of the Skyfari aerial tram at the San Diego Zoo, which might…