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Welcome to WATF

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

Our Mission

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.

WATF Priorities

Support

Air Services at Washington Airports

Continue to support Virginia and Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) initiatives that ensure aviation industry competitiveness for Dulles...

Promote

An Enhanced Regional Modal Transportation Network

Advocate for all forms of transportation improvements that can expand the airports’ regional accessibility from all...

Drive

Region-Wide Economic Development

Support unfettered growth at Dulles through smart land-use development. Help support economic development activities surrounding Dulles...

Sustain

A strong and diverse Board of Directors

Continue to foster and cultivate a Board of Directors who are thought leaders, change agents and decision makers who can carry the message...

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Upcoming Events

December 09, 2024

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December

42nd Annual General Meeting and Williams Trophy Award Presentation Monday, December 9, 2024 Meet the Honorees and Luncheon: 11:00am – 2:00pm Belmont Country Club

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Upcoming Events

09

December

42nd Annual General Meeting and Williams Trophy Award Presentation Monday, December 9, 2024 Meet the Honorees and Luncheon: 11:00am – 2:00pm Belmont Country Club

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Latest News

November 06, 2024

Runway Fun: 12th Annual Dulles Airport 5K/10K on the Runway

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

Not All Heroes Wear Capes!

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

Welcome New WATF Board Members:

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

Keith Meurlin Receives Virginia Aviation Award.

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...

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Learn About The 40+
Year History of WATF

A 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.

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WATF Grantors

Fairfax County Economic Development Authority logo Town of Herdon logo Loudoun County Economic Development logo Virginia Department of Aviation logo