Our A/B Connector opened 2 months ago today!
What you don't see is an all-new Baggage Handling System that was also part of this project.
The new system is able to process an more than 50% more bags per hour than the prior system leading to shorter Baggage Claim waits.
On this #InternationalWomensDay, we salute our Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin.
In 11 months with us, she's been instrumental in helping build a people-first culture.
We appreciate her leadership and vision.
A Southwest Airlines aircraft takes off from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport
Rocky Top!
Southwest Airlines has launched daily nonstops from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport to Knoxville.
A handful of seasonal routes also resume this week/weekend.
Two Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyards are pictured on top of a BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport Information Desk.
Did you know the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program is available here?
These sunflower lanyards allow a traveler to identify to others that they may need additional support.
Lanyards are available at our Information Desks.
Live music in our A/B Connector!
George Lovett joined USVNI & The Bloom Orchestra last week for an impressive performance.
We've got local acts lined up to perform throughout the spring.
3 Maryland Aviation Administration engineers in front of a backdrop featuring a repeating BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport 75th anniversary logos.
Maryland Aviation Administration Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin pictured (3rd from left) with 5 engineers inside the main terminal area of BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Today we salute our engineering team and partners for helping bring big projects to life.
We're even led by an engineer. Our Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin has more than 40 years of experience as a professional engineer.
#NationalEngineersWeek
A bright pink, s-shaped couch at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, circa late 1980s or early 1990s.
A parent holds a child on a rooftop observation gallery at then-Friendship International Airport, circa late 1960s or early 1970s.
Travelers looking at wayfinding maps in the main terminal area of BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, circa 1980s.
Throwing it back.
#NationalRetroDay #FlashbackFriday #BWI75
Maryland Aviation Administration Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin speaks to high schools during Aviation Day activities at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Our Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin, an engineer herself, encouraged students to consider a career in engineering and aviation.
Thanks to all of our partners who participated in today's activities.
#NationalEngineersWeek
Approximately 40 Baltimore County high school students and chaperones pose for a photo in the International Terminal at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
It was a pleasure to welcome students today from both Owings Mills and Pikesville High Schools!
The students toured the airport's snow equipment, fuel farm, new Southwest Airlines aircraft maintenance facility, BWI Marshall Airport Fire and Rescue Department and more. #NationalEngineersWeek
Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin stands behind a podium during a legislative reception highlighting the work of Maryland Aviation Administration.
Attendees listening to Shannetta Griffin during a legislative reception highlighting the work of Maryland Aviation Administration.
Oh, what a night!
Thanks to the BWI Business Partnership for holding a legislative reception last week to highlight the impact of the Maryland Aviation Administration.
We appreciate the time of all the attendees, including members of the Maryland General Assembly.
📷: Eric Stocklin Photography
An American Eagle aircraft taxis towards the airfield as a United Airlines aircraft is on final approach at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Airlines proactively cancelled many flights today, but conditions here are good this morning.
Expect residual flight impacts, especially for those with travel plans to the Northeast.
Please confirm flight status prior to heading to the airport.
Weather update graphic from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport. Includes the following text. Snow is likely to impact airline operations on Sunday and Monday. Please confirm flight status with your airline prior to heading to the airport.
Snow is impacting flight schedules today and tomorrow.
Please confirm flight status with your airline before coming to the airport. Use caution on the roads if heading our way.
Photo of a translucent ceiling with bright color lighting over the central market of the A/B Connector at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Restroom exterior with bright overhead lighting in the A/B Connector at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Overhead view of the central market area of the A/B Connector at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, as seen from the A/B Food Court.
Love these views, captured by @Jacobs, of our new A/B Connector space.
A shorter walk between Concourses A and B, lots of natural light, abundant gate seating and more.
Recruitment graphic from the Maryland Aviation Administration promoting a Budget Manager position with an annual salary of $91,761-$142,914. See all available jobs at bwiairport.com/careers.
We are accepting applications for a Budget Manager.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced budget professional seeking their next opportunity.
Learn more about this role and apply today. www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdot...
Photo of a Thurgood Marshall bust displayed at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Wide-angle photo of the Thurgood Marshall tribute area at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Photo of a display case featuring historical facts, personal effects and photos of Thurgood Marshall at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Our Thurgood Marshall tribute display is worth your time the next time you visit us.
The exhibit, featuring a number of his personal effects, chronicles his life and career.
Check it out between Security Checkpoint C and
@americanair.bsky.social ticket counters.
Join us in our commitment to safety. Your safety.
Together, let's be #SeriousAboutSafety.
Graphic promoting the Maryland Aviation Administration summer internship program. Includes photo of summer 2025 interns holding completion certificates, plus the following text. Summer interns wanted. Seeking college students with the following majors: Architecture, Aviation, Business Administration, Business Management, Communications, Engineering, Environmental Services, Finance, Information Technology, Marketing, Public Administration and other relevant majors. Apply at bwiairport.com.com/internships.
Last call!
We're seeking college students to participate in our paid summer internship program.
From finance to engineering to maintenance and beyond, don't miss out on this opportunity to work with us this summer.
Learn more and apply: BWIairport.com/internships
Photo of a Frontier Airlines aircraft on a runway at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Two days until new service from Frontier Airlines!
Nonstops to @flyneworleans.bsky.social begin this Thursday.
Photo of a Southwest Airlines aircraft departing from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Now boarding for St. Thomas!
Southwest Airlines kicks off seasonal service to St. Thomas on Saturday.
Photo of the 500 pound stained glass crab, Callinectes Douglassi, on display at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
The perfect place to take a unique airport selfie.
🦀 "Callinectes Douglassi" by Jackie Leatherbury Douglass
📍 Skywalk A, overlooking @SouthwestAir check-in and Security Checkpoint A
Storefront photo of a QDOBA location at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport showing the location's sign and menu boards.
Welcome to our 2nd QDOBA location!
QDOBA has opened in our A/B Food Court.
The existing QDOBA near Gate C3 remains. Who's hungry?!
Recruitment graphic from the Maryland Aviation Administration highlighting two opportunities: Airport Paramedic Firefighter and Summer Internship. See all available jobs at BWIairport.com/careers.
We are accepting applications for the following positions.
1) Airport Paramedic Firefighter: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdot...
2) Summer Internship: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdot...
See our full list of opportunities at BWIairport.com/careers.
Statement from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport regarding emergency runway repair. BWI Marshall Airport personnel have completed the urgent runway pavement repair. One of the primary commercial runways is now open. Airline operations are resuming. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of our travelers and airline partners during this critical pavement repair. BWI Marshall Airport is committed to safe, reliable operations. Passengers are encouraged to check with their airlines for the most up-to-date flight status information.
Emergency pavement repair has been completed. Runway 15R-33L has reopened for airline operations.
Travelers should confirm flight status with their airline for flight-specific information.
A statement from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport. Both commercial runways at BWI Marshall Airport are temporarily closed in order to complete a pavement repair. The airport’s maintenance team will work quickly in order to make the repair. The temporary closure was coordinated with the FAA tower. Safety is our top priority. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate the patience of our passengers and airline partners. Our team will work to reopen the runways as quickly as possible.
Both commercial runways at BWI Marshall Airport are temporarily closed in order to complete a pavement repair.
The airport’s maintenance team will work quickly in order to make the repair.
Updates to come.
Graphic highlighting Maryland Aviation Administration Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin's inclusion on the Baltimore Business Journal's PowerShift 2026.
Congrats to our Executive Director/CEO Shannetta Griffin for being named to @baltbizonline.bsky.social's PowerShift 2026!
This distinction highlights new CEOs who are already making a difference on our region.
More: www.bizjournals.com/baltimore/ne...
Graphic from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport including a photo of an airport Daily Garage shuttle and other vehicles on a roadway in front of the airport terminal with text overlay that reads Airport Update.
Our Departures Level roadway is temporarily closed to allow crews to safely remove ice and snow from overhead canopies.
Drivers are being directed to use our Arrivals Level roadway for both passenger pick-up and drop-off.
Photo of passengers inside the new A/B Connector at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport
Starting Sunday, travelers unable to present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification will be subject to a $45 fee to utilize the TSA ConfirmID verification system to fly.
Learn more from @tsa.gov: www.tsa.gov/news/press/r...
Photo of a Spirit Airlines aircraft with a holiday sweater livery taxiing towards its gate at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Photo of a Spirit Airlines aircraft with a holiday sweater livery in front a clear blue sky background upon departure from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Staying warm this week by getting extra mileage from a holiday sweater.
Graphic highlighting the 2026 Summer Internship program at Maryland Aviation Administration. Internship runs May 27 - August 5, 2026. Application deadline is February 16, 2026. Apply now at BWIairport.com/internships.
College students seeking an engaging internship should apply to join us this summer!
The Maryland Aviation Administration summer internship is a paid internship offering hands-on experience working side-by-side with our team.
Learn more at BWIairport.com/internships.
A digital sign showing the new Southwest Airlines boarding process.
A commemorative luggage tag from Southwest Airlines to mark the start of assigned seating.
A photo of two Southwest Airlines jets.
A major shift for Southwest Airlines today, with the start of assigned seating and new passenger boarding groups!
The updates were in place early this morning.
