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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 13h

The BWI Marshall Airport Fire and Rescue team will conduct a fire training exercise this evening, starting at approximately 7:30pm.

Smoke and/or fire may be visible by those at the terminal and in areas near the airport. Please do not be alarmed.

Photo of two BWI Marshall Airport Fire and Rescue Department vehicles with the airport terminal in the background.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 17h

Cool seating in our soon-to-open A/B Connector!

Several of these propeller-shaped benches will be featured along windows overlooking the airfield.

The project will result in 5 new gates, restrooms and restaurants. Plus, an expanded baggage handling system for
Southwest Airlines.

Photo of a propeller-shaped wooden bench inside the new A/B Connector at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

Wide-angle photo of the market area, still under construction, inside the A/B Connector at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 1d

At today's @thebaltimorebanner.com #ImpactMaryland event, our Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin shared appreciation for federal workers who continue to show up during this government shutdown.

She also spoke of the airport's $11.3 billion annual economic impact on our region.

Photo of Maryland Aviation Administration Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin speaking at the Baltimore Banner's Impact Maryland event.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 1d

End 2025 on a high note! Take your career to new heights with us.

We are accepting applications for the following positions:

• Director, Office of Human Resources
• Safety and Data Manager

Learn more about these opportunities and apply today at BWIairport.com/careers.

Recruitment graphic highlighting two positions at the Maryland Aviation Administration. Director, Office of Human Resources and Safety & Data Manager. See all available jobs at BWIairport.com/careers.

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 5d

10/10.

Today's date.
Also, our rating of this view.

Photo of a Southwest Airlines aircraft departing from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport with the wing and tail of another aircraft in the foreground.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 5d

The BWI Marshall Airport Fire and Rescue Department team will conduct a fire training exercise this morning, starting at approximately 11:45am.

Smoke and/or fire may be visible by those at the terminal and in areas near the airport. Please do not be alarmed.

Photo of two members of the BWI Marshall Airport Fire and Rescue Department spraying water on to a fire during a training exercise.

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 6d

The BWI Marshall Airport Fire and Rescue team will conduct a fire training exercise this evening, starting at approximately 7:00pm.

Smoke and/or fire may be visible by those at the terminal and in areas near the airport. Please do not be alarmed.

Photo of a BWI Marshall Airport Fire and Rescue fire engine

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 6d

The BWI Rail Station opened for service 45 years ago this month!

The station provides travelers access to both Amtrak and MARC Train service.

An extensive renovation of the station was completed in 2019.

#BWI75 #tbt Maryland Transit Administration

A 1980 photo of an airport rail station shuttle outside the BWI Amtrak Station.

Photo of a 1980 dedication ceremony celebrating the opening of the BWI Rail Station.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 7d

The BWI Marshall Airport Fire and Rescue Department team will conduct a fire training exercise this evening, starting at approximately 7:00pm.

Smoke and/or fire may be visible by those at the terminal and in areas near the airport. Please do not be alarmed.

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 7d

Our Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin greeted @govwesmoore.bsky.social this morning as he and members of Maryland's congressional delegation arrived at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

Governor Moore and the delegation voiced support for federal workers during the government shutdown.

Photo of Maryland Aviation Administration Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin greeting Governor Wes Moore upon his arrival at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore speaks with members of the Maryland congressional delegation and Maryland Aviation Administration Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin standing behind him during an event at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 8d

We've reached the final 3 months of 2025, but there's still new air service to come this year.

Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Houston Bush (IAH) and Cancun (CUN) via Frontier Airlines in November.

Anguilla (AXA) via AnguillAir, operated by BermudAir, in December.

Graphic from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport including a photo of vehicles on the Departures Level roadway with an overlay of text highlighting 4 routes to launch in Q4 of 2025. Fort Lauderdale and Houston Bush on November 20 and Cancun on November 22 via Frontier Airlines. Anguilla on December 19 via AnguillAir.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 13d

It's time for a final push!

Please take a moment and vote BWI as Best Airport For Shopping in the USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.

We offer several local outposts such as Drama MaMa Bookshop (near Gate A6).

Vote each day through Monday at noon. bit.ly/10BestShoppingBWI

A BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport graphic featuring a photo of Drama MaMa Bookshop near Gate A6 with text asking for votes in the USA Today 10Best contest as Best Airport for Shopping. Voting deadline is October 6 at noon Eastern Time.

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 14d

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport remains open and operational during the federal government shutdown.

A graphic containing a statement BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport on the federal government shutdown.

Statement text: BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport is experiencing normal operations despite the shutdown of the federal government.

Airport services such as parking, concessions and customer service are not impacted as they are not dependent on federal funding.

Essential federal services, such as security screening, air traffic control and customs operations, are operating with no immediate impact from the shutdown.

We continue to work with federal partners to ensure a safe and secure travel experience.

As always, travelers are advised to confirm flight status with their airline.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 14d

A gem of airport food in a past era. #BWI75

An undated archive photo of travelers at a Roy Rogers restaurant inside BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 15d

We are serious about safety! And airport safety is a shared responsibility.

If you're traveling with a lot of bags or are transporting a bulky item, give yourself a break. Use elevators to make your journey through the airport a little easier. #TuesdayTip

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 16d

NEWS: PLAY Airlines has ceased operations, effective today.

Passengers with PLAY reservations should not come to the airport.

For more PLAY info, visit www.flyplay.com/en/news/impo....

Icelandair continues to serve the route to Iceland. Visit www.icelandair.com for schedule/ticketing info.

A BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport graphic with text of Airline Update and a photo of a PLAY Airlines aircraft on a taxiway.

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 19d

A dignified transfer ceremony was held today for
U.S. Army Private First-Class Lawrence Richard Beard.

He was captured and died as a prisoner of war during WWII in Nov. 1942. PFC Beard is a Westminster, Maryland native.

His nephew and niece attended today's ceremony.

Photo of an American Airlines aircraft carrying the remains of a fallen soldier taxis beneath a water salute at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

Photo of a flag-draped casket being offloaded from an aircraft at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport during a dignified transfer ceremony.

Photo of airport staff and partners lined up next to a just-arrived American Airlines aircraft at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport during a dignified transfer ceremony.

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 21d

One thing we've learned as we celebrate our 75th anniversary is we've got lots of stories to share from over the years.

We know you have amazing airport stories, too.

Share your story with us and we'll include it in our digital time capsule. BWIairport.com/TimeCapsule

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 22d

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport is proud to participate in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, helping to create a travel experience rooted in patience, kindness and quiet compassion.

Learn more: BWIairport.com/sunflower

Photo of a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard being held by a pathfinder volunteer at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 23d

It's the first day of fall!

Looking forward to capturing some new fall foliage pics.

Photo of a Southwest Airlines aircraft with retro Desert Gold livery on final approach to BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport with vibrant, fall foliage in both the foreground and background.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 25d

The BWI Marshall Airport Fire and Rescue Department will conduct a fire training exercise this evening, starting at approximately 7:30pm.

Smoke and/or fire may be visible by those at the terminal and in areas near the airport. Please do not be alarmed.

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 25d

We love helping inspire girls to join us in the world of aviation.

We're proud to offer young women airport tours and opportunities to meet our women leaders in hopes that they will see themselves as part of our team some day.

#GirlsInAviationDay

Graphic by Maryland Aviation Administration celebrating Girls in Aviation Day with 6 photos of young women participating in events at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport and Martin State Airport.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 26d

What a throwback!

We've seen a couple new United Airlines logos and a few airport terminal renovation projects since then.

#BWI75 #FlashbackFriday

An undated, archive photo showing a passenger at a United Airlines counter near boarding gates at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 27d

It was an honor to host a dignified transfer on Friday for Technical Sergeant Martin Bacon, Jr.

The Baltimore native was killed in action in December 1942. His remains were only recently identified. Bacon was laid to rest this week.

www.wmar2news.com/voiceforvete...

WWII airman killed 82 years ago finally returns home to Maryland in emotional BWI Airport ceremony

Family honors WWII Technical Sergeant Martin G. Bacon Jr. as his remains return to BWI Airport 82 years after he was killed in action over France.

www.wmar2news.com

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 28d

Proud to once again be the highest-ranked airport serving our region in the 2025 North America Airport Satisfaction Study by J.D. Power.

More at www.jdpower.com/business/pre....

Photo of passengers walking near the Spirit and Delta ticket counters at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

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