Month: October 2026

Project Advances Moore-Miller Administration’s Emphasis to Enhance Safety, Modernize Transportation Infrastructure and Grow Maryland’s Economy

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport today announced the successful completion of a major runway construction project. The full rehabilitation of Runway 10-28, the longest at BWI Marshall, is an important investment in the airport’s infrastructure that will help ensure safe, reliable and efficient operations for years to come. The runway was reopened this afternoon.

“The completion of this project showcases the Moore-Miller administration’s commitment to maintaining world-class transportation infrastructure to fuel Maryland’s economic growth,” said Maryland Department of Transportation Secretary Katie Thomson. “This project was a significant investment in the operation of BWI Marshall Airport that will benefit our passengers, airlines and the future of our region’s premier airport.”

The rehabilitation project included milling and paving the runway, along with the installation of a modern LED runway lighting system. Runway 10-28 is one of two commercial runways at BWI Marshall Airport. Throughout much of the construction, the airport’s other major runway was closed during overnight hours to accommodate paving work in the intersection of the two runways. The entire project was coordinated carefully with airport tenants including passenger airlines, cargo carriers and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

“We appreciate the work of our construction team, designers, airline partners and the MAA team and the entire airport community that helped us complete this critical project,” said Shannetta Griffin, Executive Director/CEO of the Maryland Aviation Administration. “As I emphasized at the start of construction this summer, this project promotes safety and enhances Maryland’s gateway and improves the heart of our airport.”

The FAA’s Infrastructure Grant program and the Maryland Transportation Trust Fund provided funding for the $83.8 million construction project which kicked off on July 22. BWI Marshall Airport served more than 25 million passengers in 2025 and offers approximately 300 daily nonstop departures to about 90 domestic and international destinations. BWI Marshall Airport generates a total economic impact of $11.5 billion, creating and supporting more than 117,000 jobs across Maryland and the region.

New Airline for BWI Marshall Expands Travel Options, Adds Two New Routes
To Vero Beach and Burlington

October 1, 2026 – Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport today celebrated the inaugural flight from Breeze Airways, marking the launch of a new airline in the market. Breeze began roundtrip service between BWI Marshall and Vero Beach, Florida Thursday. The airline will add roundtrip service between BWI Marshall and Burlington, Vermont on Sunday. Growing airline service and expanding travel options at BWI Marshall to meet the needs of residents, business and visitors is a priority under the Moore-Miller Administration.

“Welcoming a new airline to the region’s premier airport is a moment to celebrate and a major achievement for the people of Maryland under the Moore-Miller Administration,” said Maryland Department of Transportation Secretary Katie Thomson. “New airlines and new routes will help boost Maryland’s economy by strengthening connections and expanding opportunities for tourism and business development.”

The Breeze flights to both markets will operate three times per week, on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. Breeze currently operates more than 300 year-round and seasonal routes to 91 cities in the United States, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean on its new, efficient Airbus A220-300 aircraft. Travel and ticketing details are available on the airline’s website, flybreeze.com, or the Breeze Airways app.

“Today is a great day for our airport and the communities we serve as we welcome Breeze Airways,” said Shannetta Griffin, Executive Director/CEO of BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport. “We are excited to partner with Breeze and look forward to connecting our state and region to even more destinations.”

The inaugural Breeze flight today was celebrated at BWI Marshall with a water cannon salute from the airport’s fire and rescue department, a gate celebration with passengers and a ribbon cutting. The celebration brought together airport and airline representatives and passengers to mark the occasion.

“We believe affordable travel should still feel premium, and that’s exactly what we’re bringing to Baltimore,” said David Neeleman, founder and CEO of Breeze Airways. “With Breeze’s high-value, low-cost model, we’re excited to welcome Baltimore Guests on board and show them what Seriously Nice™ travel feels like.”