The Washington Airports Task Force (WATF) is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization that advocates for expanding and enhancing aviation services in Virginia and the National Capital Region.
About WATF
The WATF has been devoted to bolstering aviation services in the Commonwealth of Virginia and the National Capital Region since 1982, with the objective of promoting job creation and economic growth. The organization is acknowledged for its non-partisan and data-driven approach, which aims to foster sustainable expansion and growth at Washington Dulles International Airport, support of constrained services at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and robust inter-Virginia airport air service.
Support
Continue to support Virginia and Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) initiatives that ensure aviation industry competitiveness for Dulles...
Promote
Advocate for all forms of transportation improvements that can expand the airports’ regional accessibility from all...
Drive
Support unfettered growth at Dulles through smart land-use development. Help support economic development activities surrounding Dulles...
Sustain
Continue to foster and cultivate a Board of Directors who are thought leaders, change agents and decision makers who can carry the message...
November 06, 2024
Benefiting Special Olympics of Virginia, Committee for Dulles Community Outreach and the Washington Airports Task Force. On Saturday, September 28, the 12th Annual Dulles Airport...
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October 05, 2024
A topic that is on all our minds and in the news, Hurricane Helene and Milton. These storms have and will continue to be a threat and disastrous to residents in FL, TN and VA....
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September 10, 2024
We are fortunate to have exceptionally talented individuals on our board of directors, bringing a rich array of diversity and professionalism. These connections and the opportunities...
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August 07, 2024
The Virginia Airport Operators Council concluded their 50th Annual Virginia Aviation Conference, on August 8, 2024, which was held at the Westfields Marriott. During the annual...
Continue ReadingA visionary group of regional leaders decided to "do something about Dulles Airport," which was then viewed as a wasted asset. Years later, improved air service has helped the National Capital region achieve one of the highest levels of prosperity in the nation. Washington Dulles now is one of the top 10 gateways to the nation, and the global reach created has helped make Washington America's largest technology center.
