American Airlines has received tentative approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation to begin roundtrip direct daily service between San Antonio International Airport and Washington Reagan National Airport.
On Wednesday (October 16, 2024), American Airlines announced that they have received tentative approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation to start new nonstop roundtrip daily service between San Antonio International Airport (SAT) and Reagan National Airport (DCA) in Washington, D.C. The route will be launched in the coming months, and to celebrate the inauguration, American will use distinct flight numbers to honor San Antonio’s proud history and strong ties to the U.S. military. Flight 1718 will commemorate the year San Antonio was founded, and Flight 1947 reflects the year the U.S. Air Force was established.
In Wednesday’s announcement, American Airlines’ Executive Vice President, Nate Gatten, said,
“American would like to thank the city and community of San Antonio, the San Antonio International Airport, U.S. Senator Cruz and the entire Texas delegation for its strong partnership and support of this effort. I’d also like to thank DOT for recognizing the overwhelming value this route will bring to a previously unserved market. We look forward to DOT issuing a final order so we can begin connecting more members of Military City USA with our nation’s capital and our industry-leading global network.”
Also commenting on the new SAT-DCA route approval, San Antonio Airports’ Director, Jesus Saenz, added,
“We are thrilled with this announcement, SAT to DCA nonstop service via American Airlines will have so many positive impacts to our city and the entire South Texas region. This is historic and meaningful to San Antonio and our surrounding communities, a true reflection of our partnership with American Airlines along with the countless number of community leaders that have long deserved nonstop service from San Antonio International Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Together with American Airlines, we look forward to sharing more details about the launch of this flight soon.”
American Airlines’ purpose is to ‘Care for People on Life’s Journey®’. The carrier offers thousands of flights daily to over 350 destinations in more than 60 countries, and is also a founding member of the oneworld® alliance, whose members serve over 900 destinations worldwide. Shares in the American Airlines Group, Inc., trade on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol AAL.
Source: American Airlines
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