The Nation ’ s Airports
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
Board of Directors
Chairperson Thorn Pozen
Vice-Chairperson Mark Uncapher
Members Judith N . Batty John A . Braun Taylor Chess Albert J . Dwoskin Brett Gibson Michele Hagans Katherine K . Hanley Mamie W . Mallory Timothy Poole William E . Sudow J . Walter Tejada Joslyn N . Williams
Vice President and Secretary Felice Smith
President and Chief Executive Officer John E . Potter
Welcome to America ' s National Capital Region !
As autumn ’ s crisp weather and vibrant colors brighten the National Capital Region , our airports are bustling with passengers heading to football games , family visits , business meetings , vacations and back to school .
To ensure a convenient and pleasant travel experience during this busy time , Reagan National and Dulles International airports are adding airlines , destinations and amenities such as new restrooms , lounges , restaurants , workspaces and seating areas while we build new concourses and other facilities to accommodate record-setting growth .
So far this year , Dulles International – the Washington region ’ s Gateway to the World – has added six airlines ( Swiss , Aeromexico , Avelo , Sun Country , Frontier and Breeze ), bringing its total number of carriers to 45 . These new arrivals , along with expanded service by other airlines , have added about 20 destinations , bringing the total number of cities served by nonstop from Dulles to about 145 – including 38 routes between Washington and other global capitals .
This issue of FlyWashington magazine spotlights Madrid , the Spanish capital , with its rich history , culture and world-class dining . We also feature :
• Virginia ’ s Shenandoah National Park , especially lovely in the fall ;
• Mobile , Alabama , known for seafood and Mardi Gras celebrations ;
• New Haven , Connecticut , and its unique style of pizza ;
• Michigan , with the wineries and cherry orchards of Traverse City , the parks and museums in Grand Rapids and the history and art of Lansing ;
• Greensboro , North Carolina , with its lively performing arts scene ; and
• Palm Springs , California , encircled by the majestic San Jacinto Mountains and colorful deserts .
This issue also spotlights the Washington-area neighborhood of Bethesda , Maryland , with its affluent new urbanism , performing arts venues and award-winning eateries .
All these great places can be reached easily and conveniently from our airports . Wherever you ’ re traveling , we wish you a safe and enjoyable autumn . Thank you for making Reagan National and Dulles International airports part of your journey . Have a great trip !
Warm regards ,
Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer Chryssa Westerlund
Vice President of Marketing and Concessions Jaimini Erskine
Vice President of Communications David R . Mould
Vice President and Acting Reagan National Airport Manager Christopher Paolino
Vice President and Dulles International Airport Manager Richard Golinowski
Chryssa Westerlund
Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority pledges to :
Serve the traveling public ; Provide a safe , predictable , enjoyable travel experience ; Continuously improve customer service , convenience , innovation and engagement ; and Always advocate for our passengers with all entities affecting their journey .
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