 Badger Honor Flight Returns April 17th
Over 1,000 people are expected to turnout at the Dane County Regional Airport on Saturday, April 17, to welcome home a plane full of World War II veterans, family members and caregivers taking part in the Honor Flight Network trip to Washington, D.C. The Honor Flight Network provides free travel for these veterans to view the memorials in their honor. The Badger Honor Flight is scheduled to arrive at 9:30 p.m. |
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Frontier is on its Way!
(And the "Spokesanimals" are Saved)
Republic Airways Holdings announced April 13 that it will keep the Frontier name and the now famous "spokesanimals" as part of the new brand of its unified airline with Frontier and Midwest Airlines.
It was also announced that in honor of its service in Wisconsin, a badger will now be showcased on the tail of its aircraft, joining Foxy, Larry the Lynx, Griz the Bear, and all of the other much loved Frontier spokesanimals.
Frontier Airlines begins its daily non-stop service to Denver from the Dane County Regional Airport on Monday, May 3. The inaugural flight arrives in Madison at 6:20 p.m., and departs at 6:55 p.m. |
"Weathering" the Trip
Lightning...heavy down pours...fog...can sometimes lead to flight delays and cancellations. Even if the sky is clear in Madison, bad weather in other cities can delay departures or arrivals from other airports. While flight updates are posted on our website, www.msnairport.com, it is best to contact your airline to find out if your flight is on time, delayed, or cancelled. |
TSA Says: New Gadgets, No Worries at Check-points
Seems everyday we're introduced to new electronic devices, like E-readers and the I-pad. Well, there's good news if you can't leave home without them. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says these items that are smaller than the standard laptop computer DO NOT have to be removed from your bag or their cases at the security checkpoint.
The TSA does require that electronic devices the size of a standard laptop or larger must be removed from their carrying cases and screened separately from the rest of your luggage. This includes Playstations, full-size DVD players, and video cameras that use video cassettes.
However, the TSA reminds travelers that these smaller gadgets still may be screened separately if officers feel a secondary look is necessary.
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 Building Toward the Future Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle recently approved $760,000 for the Dane County Regional Airport to expand Taxiway "L". The project on the east side of the airfield will allow for greater access for general aviation (non-commercial) aircraft, and for construction of up to six new hangars. Construction is expected to be completed in August 2010. |
| Yeah, We Have That...
 USA Today recently asked travelers what amenities they appreciate most at airports across the world. Here at Dane County Regional Airport, we're proud to offer our customers the services that make their time here both relaxing and productive. Some services we offer include: -
Wi-Fi Service: It's considered the most desired amenity of the 1,300 travelers surveyed by USA Today, and the Dane County Regional Airport has been offering Wi-Fi for several years.
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Work Stations: For that proposal that needs last minute polishing, or the 101 e-mails that need replies, the Dane County Regional Airport has two areas with work stations for the business traveler. Plus, all have electric outlets to recharge cellphones and other electronic devices, something considered a "must have" by travelers surveyed by USA Today!
- Comfortable chairs: Not to point out the obvious, but travelers surveyed by USA Today agreed that waiting is a whole lot easier in a comfortable chair. Whether waiting for a passenger or preparing for your flight, you can sink in and relax. Besides the comfy leather chairs available in our lounge areas, our friends at Century House have also provided the airport with a suite of furniture for you to kick back and relax. As if that wasn't enough, travelers will also find massaging recliners in the gates area.
Other amenities at the Dane County Regional Airport:
Mother and child lounges for nursing mothers, family restrooms, shoe shines, and chair massages provided by a massage therapist.
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Nonstop to 13 cities - Connections to the world
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Winter Departs, Spring Arrives at Dane Co. Regional Airport  |
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TRAVEL DEALS
Some of the Madison travel deals seen on airfarewatchdog.com this past week on the DCRA website are:
Tampa, $184 RT
Los Angeles, $198 RT
Denver, $198 RT
Louisville, $138 RT
If your travel dates are flexible, you'll have an easier time finding seats at these fares. Inquire soon, as fares may change. The fares are on various airlines.
Check each airline's
website regularly for special offers.
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