Media Event: Tailwind Air Washington, DC, to Manhattan Launch

1909 Corporal Frank Scott Drive,College Park MD 20740

13 September, 2022

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SAVE THE DATE: Register today. This is a save the date invitation. You will receive a final confirmation of the event details. You’re invited to the launch event for Tailwind Air’s first flight of their new direct nonstop service between Washington DC’s College Park Airport and Manhattan’s SkyPort, at the base of 23rd Street and the FDR on the East River. - meet the Tailwind Air team - photo and interview opportunities - tour the College Park Aviation Museum and learn about the airport’s legacy as the home of the Wright Brothers - learn about the world’s oldest continually operated airport, College Park Airport - learn about Manhattan's SkyPort seaplane base located at 23rd Street and the FDR Contact: Charlie Smail : [email protected] +1 (917) 975-6270 Press Release Tailwind Air Announces First-Ever Seaplane Service to Washington, D.C., area August 16, 2022 – Fly the Fast Lane with Tailwind Air. Experienced seaplane operator Tailwind Air announces an exciting new destination, creating the fastest way to Washington, D.C. Travelers may now enjoy a direct, nonstop seaplane flight directly from Manhattan’s SkyPort Marina at East 23rd Street (IATA code: NYS) to Washington, D.C.’s College Park Airport (IATA code: CGS). Flights to/from Manhattan are approximately 80-90 minutes. Tailwind will be the only scheduled air service inside the Beltway outside of DCA. Scheduled service begins September 13, 2022, and will be operated by a fleet of Cessna Grand Caravans featuring two experienced pilots, eight Economy Plus leather seats, aisle and window access, climate controlled air-conditioning, and an ability to land on water or at an airport. Fares start at $395 one way. Flights will operate from September 13th for six days a week up to twice daily and are timed for quick day trips and overnight stays. Media Contact: Washington, D.C., New York, and National Charlie Smail : [email protected] +1 (917) 975-6270