About WATF

Our Mission

The WATF has been devoted to bolstering aviation services in the Commonwealth of Virginia and the National Capital Region since 1982, with the objective of promoting job creation and economic growth. The organization is acknowledged for its non-partisan and data-driven approach, which aims to foster sustainable expansion and growth at Washington Dulles International Airport, support of constrained services at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and robust inter-Virginia airport air service.

WATF Priorities

Support
Air Services at Washington Airports

Continue to support Virginia and Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) initiatives that ensure aviation industry competitiveness for Dulles…

Promote
An Enhanced Regional Modal Transportation Network

Advocate for all forms of transportation improvements that can expand the airports’ regional accessibility from all…

Drive
Region-Wide Economic Development

Support unfettered growth at Dulles through smart land-use development. Help support economic development activities surrounding Dulles…

Sustain
A strong and diverse Board of Directors

Continue to foster and cultivate a Board of Directors who are thought leaders, change agents and decision makers who can carry the message…

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Upcoming Events

2025 Dulles 5K-10K on the Runway

Sign up now for the 13th Annual Dulles Airport 5K/10K Runway. Space is limited to 2,500 participants and is now offering early registration at a discounted rate. This race will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, 7:30 am, rain or shine. This is a great event for the entire family, strollers included!

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43rd Annual General Meeting

The Washington Airports Task Force Annual General Meeting brings together regional leaders, aviation stakeholders, and community partners to celebrate progress, elect new board members, and honor excellence with the Williams Trophy. Join us December 2, 2025, at Belmont Country Club for innovation, networking, and the future of air mobility.

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Latest News

November 10, 2025

New Board Member: The Washington Airports Task Force Welcomes Mr. Chris Morrison, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C

Please join us in welcoming Chris Morrison to the WATF Board of Directors, where he brings an exceptional depth of expertise not only from his...

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September 03, 2025

Announcing the 2025 Williams Trophy Honorees and Annual General Membership Meeting

Announcing the 2025 Williams Trophy Honorees and 43rd Annual General Meeting The Washington Airports Task Force is proud...

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June 12, 2025

Dulles Airport Scholarship Program Awards 50 Scholarships

The Committee for Dulles Community Outreach (CFDCO), the charitable arm of the Committee for Dulles (CFD), is pleased...

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June 06, 2025

Viewpoint: American Legion Bridge Should be Maryland’s Top Transportation Priority

Bravo to the Washington Post for publishing two Letters to the Editor about the region’s worst traffic bottleneck,...

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Learn About The 40+
Year History of WATF

A visionary group of regional leaders decided to “do something about Dulles Airport,” which was then viewed as a wasted asset. Years later, improved air service has helped the National Capital region achieve one of the highest levels of prosperity in the nation. Washington Dulles now is one of the top 10 gateways to the nation, and the global reach created has helped make Washington America’s largest technology center.

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