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2024-12-18DCA’s Coveted Beyond-Perimeter Slots Awarded to Alaska, American, Delta, Southwest, and United
In October, I wrote about Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines tentatively being awarded beyond-perimeter slots at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). For context, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved a bill that will allow five beyond-perimeter slots to be added. Each accommodate a flight that breaches the past 1,250-mile limitation -
DCA terminal interior with arched roof and American flag
Interior of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), showing the distinctive yellow steel arched roof structure and large hanging American flag in the main terminal hall. The architecture and design are characteristic of the airport's terminal building, located in Arlington, Virginia, near Washington D.C. -
2024-10-22Delta may soon go head-to-head with Alaska Airlines on new route to East Coast
By Nick Pasion – Reporter, Puget Sound Business Journal Oct 16, 2024 Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) may soon offer a direct flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C., after the Department of Transportation granted a tentative flight slot to the carrier on Wednesday. The flight would connect Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Washington’s Ronald Reagan International Airport, putting Delta -
2024-06-24FAA fight may net Sea-Tac new Delta flight to Congress’ favorite airport
By Paige Cornwell Seattle Times staff reporter Seattle passengers may reap the benefits of a monthslong congressional fight over adding more flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport outside Washington, D.C. Delta announced this month that it will seek federal approval for the coveted flight slot. The proposal has support from the Port of Seattle, -
2024-06-21Port Of Seattle Letter to Secretary Buttigieg Supporting Delta Air Lines SEA-DCA Flight Application
In a June 2024 letter to U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Port of Seattle leaders expressed strong support for Delta Air Lines' application to add a new daily nonstop flight between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The letter highlights that only two direct flights per day currently serve the SEA-DCA route, leaving most Pacific Northwest travelers bound for the Washington, D.C. area to use connecting flights or more distant airports. Port officials argue that adding the new route would increase competition, lower fares, and improve access to the nation's capital for residents throughout the Pacific Northwest. -
2024-02-14Invoice #1113 – Alexandria consulting services, December 17, 2023 – January 16, 2024
This document is an invoice and monthly status report from Vianair Inc. to the City of Alexandria for consulting services performed between December 17, 2023 and January 16, 2024, totaling $22,375. The work included flight procedure design, SID/STAR analysis, website development, DCA noise report preparation, and software analysis services performed by consultants Jim, Jason, and Garry. The invoice was approved by representatives from Fairfax County DPD and Prince George's County Department of the Environment. -
2023-09-22Delta Airlines Airport Check-in Area
Masked travelers queue at Delta Air Lines check-in kiosks and the Baggage Drop counter at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Visible signage includes Delta Sky Priority, a North Security Checkpoint directional sign, and airline logos for JetBlue, Alaska, and American airlines. -
American Airlines Airbus A321 (Appearing to Be) at DCA Gate C29 with Washington Monument and Capitol in Background
An American Airlines narrow-body jet (appearing to be an Airbus A321) is parked at Gate C29 of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The Washington Monument and Capitol dome are visible in the background skyline, confirming the location as Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia. -
2023-07-10Invoice #1069 – Vianair Inc. consulting services for City of Alexandria
Vianair Inc. submitted Invoice #1069 to the City of Alexandria for $10,000 in consulting services covering May 17 through June 17, 2023, under Purchase Order #231645-00. The accompanying progress report details early-stage work across four scope-of-work components focused on analyzing aircraft noise at Reagan National Airport (DCA), identifying noise reduction alternatives, supporting community engagement, and planning industry advocacy. Initial activities included baseline research, website design, software setup, a review of southbound flight procedures, and several planning meetings with City of Alexandria staff. -
2023-03-07Aircraft noise mitigation study and plan: The City of Alexandria, VA
This 2023 study, prepared by aviation consulting firm Vianair for the City of Alexandria, Virginia, assesses aircraft noise impacts on communities south of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and proposes solutions acceptable to the FAA. The work involves analyzing historical flight operations and noise exposure data from 2014–2019, examining changes in flight paths and procedures, and developing recommendations to reduce noise for residents in Alexandria, Fairfax County, and Prince George's County. The findings are intended to be accessible to the general public and local policymakers, not just aviation experts.