Media Event: Tailwind Air Manhattan to Washington, DC, service launch

2430 Fdr Drive Service Road East,New York NY 10010

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 Manhattan’s SkyPort, at the base of 23rd Street and the FDR on the East River, and Washington DC’s College Park Airport. Two events: Event opens at 8 a.m., Sept. 13, 2022. Photo opportunity at 8:55 a.m., when the first flight departs for Washington’s College Park Airport from the Manhattan SkyPort. Later photo opportunity at 4:23 p.m. at Manhattan SkyPort on arrival of first guest inbound from Washington, DC’s College Park Airport; seaplane departs for College Park Airport at 4:55 p.m. - meet the Tailwind Air team - photo and interview opportunities - learn about world’s oldest continually operated airport, Washington, DC’s College Park Airport 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 nonstop seaplane flight directly from Manhattan’s Skyport Marina at East 23rd Street (IATA code: NYS) to Washington, DC’s College Park Airport (IATA code: CGS). Flights to and 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 using our fleet of Cessna Grand Caravans featuring two experienced pilots, eight Economy Plus leather seats, aisle and window access, crisp air-conditioning, and the ability to land on water or at an airport. Fares are from $395 one way. Flights will operate from September 13 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 [email protected] +1 (917) 975-6270