WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration issued the following press release:
WASHINGTON - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced it granted Washington Manassas Airport (HEF) a Part 139 Airport Operating Certificate, which allows the airport to accommodate certain commercial passenger airlines.
"Commercial flights coming into Manassas will provide more economic growth within the community and create another commercial airport to service the Washington D.C. area," said FAA Associate Administrator for Airports Dan Edwards. "As the first airport in Virginia to receive an operating certificate in 53 years, this highlights our commitment to strengthening the Nationa...