The Nation’s Airports
Metropolitan Washington
Airports Authority
Board of Directors
Chairman
Warner H. Session
Vice Chairman
Earl Adams, Jr.
Judith N. Batty
John A. Braun
Albert J. Dwoskin
Katherine K. Hanley
Robert W. Lazaro, Jr.
A. Bradley Mims
Thorn Pozen
David G. Speck
William Sudow
J. Walter Tejada
Mark E. Uncapher
Joslyn N. Williams
Vice President and Secretary
Monica R. Hargrove
As the frigid winter weather gives way to the warmth of spring, the National Capital
Region opens its arms and welcomes residents and visitors alike to take advantage of
the its vibrant array of neighborhoods, restaurants, cultural festivities and historical
landmarks.
At the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (Airports Authority), we’re excited to
celebrate the abundance of opportunities for the season—at home and abroad. In this
issue of #FlyWashington, we showcase a variety of destinations ideal for warm-weather
spring break getaways, from the sunny shores and colorful architecture in Puerto Rico,
to the luxury and glamour of Dubai. Read all about exploring the Mosaic Neighborhood
in Fairfax, as well as day trips in Virginia and Maryland highlighted in this issue.
In our feature cover story, Virginia native Hilarie Burton shares her experience growing up
in rural Loudoun County, Virginia. Now a successful actress and producer, she hasn’t
forgotten her roots. For instance: when her high school alma mater had trouble standing
up a football team, she jumped into action to make it happen. If time allows, be sure to
take a scenic tour of the beautiful Loudoun County countryside and see why Hilarie loved
growing up here.
And while our region is accustomed to welcoming an influx of visitors in spring to witness
the splendor of cherry blossoms, we are also excited to welcome the return of baseball.
Both Reagan National and Dulles International airports offer flights to destinations in the
Cactus League and Grapefruit League. Fans of the Washington Nationals, Baltimore
Orioles, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees and other teams will find tips for their
spring training getaways to West Palm Beach and Tampa highlighted in this issue.
We hope you enjoy this issue of #FlyWashington magazine and your journey through our
airports. On behalf of all Airports Authority employees and partners, thank you for making
Reagan National and Dulles International your gateway to the National Capital Region.
President and
Chief Executive Officer
John E. Potter
Executive Vice President and
Chief Revenue Officer
Jerome L. Davis
Vice President of Marketing and
Consumer Strategy
Chryssa L. Westerlund
John E. Potter
President and Chief Executive Officer
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
Vice President of Communications
David R. Mould
Vice President and
Reagan National Airport Manager
J. Paul Malandrino, Jr.
Vice President and
Dulles International Airport Manager
Mike Stewart
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.
SPRING 2019
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