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Dulles Moves Up to Fourth Place Among Largest U.S. Transatlantic Gateways

Apr 23, 2001

Washington Dulles International Airport now ranks fourth in the nation for transatlantic air service, according to the Official Airline Guide (OAG), for the upcoming summer season.

This significant designation reinforces Dulles’ place among the top airports in the country providing international air service across the Atlantic Ocean and underscores its role as a major gateway to the U.S. from Europe. This is the first time that Dulles has reached the rank of fourth largest transatlantic gateway.

Reagan National Airport Parking Expected to Be Heavily Used Over the Holiday Week

Apr 5, 2001
The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is expecting heavy travel during the upcoming holiday period and is urging passengers or those meeting them to call ahead to check on the status of available parking at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Based on figures compiled last year, parking garages and lots are expected to be heavily used beginning as early as this weekend April 7th and peaking mid-week April 11th.

DC Public Schools Art Exhibition at Reagan Washington National Airport

Mar 28, 2001

More than 300 works of art by students in District of Columbia public schools will be on exhibit in Terminal B/C at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport during the month of April. The theme, “Soaring in 2001”, will be reflected in the work from 100 elementary, middle, junior, and senior high schools throughout the city. The exhibition will be on display in the ground level of Terminals B and C where the baggage carousels are located.

Airports Authority Sponsors Job Fair With District Government

Mar 22, 2001

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority will sponsor a Job Fair in conjunction with the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services on Tuesday, March 27th.  This event will provide information to District residents about job opportunities at Washington Dulles International and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airports.

 

 

 

The Job Fair will be held at the Sheraton Four Points Hotel at 1201 K Street, N.W. in Washington, D.C., from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

 

Airports Authority Police Waiting Tables for Charity

Feb 21, 2001

A group of Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police Officers will arm themselves with trays and aprons to support Special Olympics as part of the “Cops and Lobsters” fund raising event on Friday, March 2nd. Authority Police will be working for tips at the Red Lobster at 2403 Centreville Road in Herndon, Virginia from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and again from 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Their tips will go to support Special Olympics Virginia and the Special Olympics World Games.

Giant Pandas Arrive at Washington Dulles International Airport

Dec 7, 2000
Panda One
Panda One taxis to the Federal Express Cargo area at Washington Dulles International Airport.

Dulles Breaks Its Record for International Passengers

Dec 6, 2000
Dulles Breaks Its Record for International PassengersNew international destinations set for 2001

Traveling Over the Holidays? Airport Tips

Nov 17, 2000
Thanksgiving week starts the holiday season, which is expected to bring more travelers to Ronald Reagan Washington National and Washington Dulles International Airports. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is offering travel advice to area travelers.

"More people are flying than ever before and the holiday season brings more crowded conditions to airports. It is always wise to allow extra time for traveling to the airport and check-in with the airlines," says Airports Authority President/CEO James A. Wilding.

British Midland to Serve Washington Dulles International Airport

Sep 13, 2000
British Midland today announced the first scheduled service from Manchester, England to Washington D.C. with daily service set to begin on April 30, 2001.