SAN ANTONIO – After a long wait, San Antonio will soon have a direct flight to the nation’s capital.
American Airlines received federal approval on Wednesday to begin a nonstop flight from San Antonio International Airport to Reagan National Airport (DCA) in Washington, D.C., according to an American Airlines news release.
“We are thrilled with this announcement, SAT to DCA nonstop service via American Airlines will have so many positive impacts to our city and the entire South Texas region,” said Jesus Saenz, director of airports for San Antonio, in a release. “This is historic and meaningful to San Antonio and our surrounding communities, a true reflection of our partnership with American Airlines along with the countless number of community leaders that have long deserved nonstop service from San Antonio International Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.”…