Welcome to the "The Capital Runway" podcast by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, your inside look at the bustling world of Washington Dulles International and Washington Reagan National Airports. Join us as we explore the people, functions, and operations that keep these hubs of travel running smoothly. From behind-the-scenes stories to interviews with industry experts, we'll give you an in-depth look at what it takes to keep the planes flying. Whether you're an aviation enthus ...
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Interested in a career at the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority? See what we have available here: https://www.mwaa.com/careers Have questions for us? We'd love to hear from you! Send us an email at info@thecapitalrunway.com For more information, please visit our website at https://thecapitalrunway.com. Staff: Tanisha Lewis, VP of DISI Jaim…
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Have questions for us? We'd love to hear from you! Send us an email at info@thecapitalrunway.com For more information, please visit our website at https://thecapitalrunway.com. Staff: Tanisha Lewis, VP of DISI Jaimini Erskine, VP of Marketing & Concessions Charles Wilson, Co-host/Co-producer Amanda Ohbayashi, Co-host/Co-producer/Social media produc…
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Learn more about Wings for All here: https://thearc.org/our-initiatives/travel/ Find details about this year's upcoming Honor Flight schedule here: https://honorflightdca.com/ https://heroeswelcomeiad.com/ Have questions for us? We'd love to hear from you! Send us an email at info@thecapitalrunway.com For more information, please visit our website …
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In this episode we get to know DC local, and LEGO Master Builder, Richard Paules. He tells all about his interest in LEGO from a young age, and what inspired him to start building large pieces like the White House and our very own Dulles Airport. Follow Richard on Instagram at @dclegoman Have questions for us? We'd love to hear from you! Send us an…
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Welcome to the final episode of The Capital Runway podcast for the year! Join your hosts Amanda and Charles as they take a nostalgic journey through the top highlights of 2023 at both Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Thank you for making us a part of your journey across the sky in 20…
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Holiday Travel Tips with TSA's Lisa Farbstein
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In this episode of The Capital Runway, Lisa Farbstein, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Spokesperson for the Northeast Region, shares her 12-year career at TSA, discusses how TSA uses humor as a strategy in their industry-revered social media content, and provides tips for the 2023 holiday season, which is expected to see a record numbe…
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Advocating for the Hispanic Community at the Airports
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In This Episode: In this episode of The Capital Runway, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Board Director Walter Tejada joined us for a aconversation centered around the Latin American community in the DC Metro Area, Hispanic Heritage Month, and Director Tejada's many contributions to the Airports Authority since beginning his term in 2016.…
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In This Episode: In this episode of The Capital Runway, Labor Relations Manager, Robin Wade, joins us with Greg Halstead and Jonathan Viera, both Trades Apprentices for the Authority. Our conversation covers how they came to be part of the program, who is eligible, and some of their insights about the program. Learn more about the Trades Apprentice…
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In This Episode: In this episode of The Capital Runway, Jaimini Erskine (Vice President for Marketing and Concessions) and Diego Cuadros (Professional Development Associate, Architect/Engineer) discuss all the work behind the scenes that is underway for the DCA Reimagined project in Terminal 2. They manage all phases of the multi-year project and t…
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In This Episode: In this episode of The Capital Runway, we sat down with Janene Shaw, the Terminal Operations Supervisor at Dulles International Airport. Janene has dedicated over 25 years to Dulles. Tune in and learn how her sister's Air Force career exposed her to airfields and instilled a deep understanding of aviation. Join us as Janene takes u…
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In This Episode: Stephen Baldi, Concessionaire & Operator at Reagan National & Washington Dulles airports, takes us through his 18 year career of being in the business of airport concessions, the importance of seeking mentorship, and much more. Take a listen! Have questions for us? We'd love to hear from you! Send us an email at info@thecapitalrunw…
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In This Episode: Scott Cooper, one of the directors of Airline Business Development at the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, shares his insights with us about the work that goes on behind the scenes to bring new airlines and nonstop destinations to the Washington DC region. To stay up to date with MWAA Airline Business Development, follow…
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Get to Know Airports Authority CEO Jack Potter
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In This Episode: Get ready for an exciting episode of "The Capital Runway" podcast! In the first episode, CEO Jack Potter of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority shares insights on the aviation industry's challenges, the achievements he is most proud of, and the type of talent the organization is looking for in potential candidates. He al…
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