Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) joined BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport leaders to celebrate the $520 million Concourse A/B Connector and upgraded baggage system, enhancing passenger flow, expanding gates, and strengthening the airport’s role as a regional economic engine.
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BWI’s growth under Ricky Smith: A look back as he heads to AtlantaÂ
After nearly a decade of leadership, Ricky D. Smith is stepping down as CEO and executive director of the Maryland Aviation Administration to take on a new role as general manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Before his departure, Smith reflected on his accomplishments at BWI Airport, including expanding capacity, fostering minority business participation and enhancing airport amenities.
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Southwest Airlines flight abruptly rises to avoid another plane crossing Chicago runway
A Southwest Airlines flight had to make an emergency landing at Chicago’s Midway Airport after a business jet crossed the runway, forcing the plane to climb back into the sky.