U.S. Semiquincentennial celebrations to cause operational restrictions at Washington airport
Kyiv • UNN
Due to the U.S. 250th anniversary, Reagan National Airport will restrict flights on July 3 and 4. Air shows and military flyovers will affect the schedule until the end of August.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport has warned passengers of potential flight delays and cancellations due to events marking the 250th anniversary of the United States. This was reported by Bloomberg, according to UNN.
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The most significant restrictions are expected on July 3 and 4 during rehearsals for the air show and fireworks. According to the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, no flights will operate for several hours in the afternoon on July 3, and flights will be suspended after noon local time on July 4.
The America 250 organization, created by Congress to commemorate the country's anniversary, is holding a series of festive events. A separate program is also being implemented by the Freedom 250 organization, established by order of U.S. President Donald Trump.
"You will also witness spectacular military flyovers featuring high-precision fighters and stealth bombers piloted by our U.S. military pilots,"
The airport reported that from July 4 until the resumption of flights on July 5, some services will operate at reduced capacity. Events that may affect air travel will continue from late June through late August.