405.840.3201 UÊÊ 3 1 1 1 QUAIL SPRINGS PKY STE 200 UÊÊ OKLAHOMA CITY OK 7 3 1 34 UÊ JADVERTISING.COM December 12, 2012

The Honorable Ray LaHood Secretary of Transportation U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Washington, DC 20590

R E : Docket OST

- 2000

- 7182

Dear Secretary LaHood:

On behalf of Jordan Advertising , I write in sup port of US Airways’ application for daily nonstop service between Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) and Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City (OKC).

This would initiate the only nonstop service between Oklahoma and D CA. In fact, O klahoma City is th e largest metropolitan area located within the 1 ,250

- mile perimeter without nonstop service to DCA.

As an Oklahoma City native, I am amazed everyday by the growth this city has experienced over the past few years. Oklahoma City is no longer thought of as an obscure location in the mid

- west, but a vibrant, growing city with an entrepreneurial spirit that is unmatched. Oklahoma City is one of the fastest growing communities in the United States, and the seat of state government. By bringing a successful and profitable NBA franchise, Oklahoma City has sparked the attention and support of thousands both near and far. And with an economy that has defied the odds of a recession, Oklahoma City has provided countless jobs when

other cities could not.

This city is now a destination and a hub of business, attracting people across the nation. I know this opportunity would allow Jordan Advertising, and other business entities, to effectively reach clients beyond our immediate region, providing additional opportunities for growth. Considering the strength of Oklahoma City’s business community, we believe nonstop service to DCA is not only justified, but also well deserved.

Granting the DCA slots will also trigger the introduction of two daily, first

- ever, round trips between OKC and Charlotte, NC (CLT); the third

- largest airline hub in the United States, offering connections to over 125 destinations. This additional benefit would obviously provide even greater public benefit to our growing city.

Therefore, Jordan Adve rtising respectfully request s the Department of Transportation to award the two slot exemptions at issue in this proceeding to US Airways, providing daily scheduled service between OKC and Ronald Reagan Washington National and Charlotte Douglas Internation al airports. Thank you in advance for your consideration of this request.

Sincerely,

Rhonda Hooper

President and CEO

## Oklahoma Federal Executive Board 215 Dean A. McGee, Suite 153 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 231-4167

December 10, 2012 The Honorable Ray LaHood Secretary of Transportation U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Washington, DC 20590

Re: Docket OST-2000-7182

Dear Secretary LaHood:

I wish to contact you regarding US Airways’ application for daily nonstop service between Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) and Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City (OKC). US Airways proposes to initiate the only nonstop service between Oklahoma and DCA. Such direct access to the nation’s Capital would be exceptionally beneficial to our community. Considering our size and the strength of Oklahoma City’s business community, we believe nonstop service to DCA is fully justified and long overdue.

Currently there is no “non-stop” flight service from Oklahoma City to Ronald Reagan National Airport. With more than 80,000 federal employees (military, civilian and Postal Service) in the state of Oklahoma (most of whom fly out of Oklahoma City), this poses a burden on the federal agencies and the individuals regarding duty time spent traveling to the City in which all the Agencies are Headquartered.

US Airways proposes to initiate the only nonstop service between Oklahoma and DCA. This direct access to the Nation’s Capital would be exceptionally beneficial in increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of the federal government in Oklahoma.

Considering the size and strength of the federal community, we believe nonstop service to DCA is fully justified, if not overdue.

Today, with no nonstop service to DCA, tens of thousands of travelers fly annually to DCA on connecting itineraries. In fact, OKC is the largest origin and destination market located within DCA’s 1250-miles perimeter without nonstop service.

In summary, given the strong origin and destination passenger base of Oklahoma, an application for OKC-DCA service is a sure winner for consumers and is undoubtedly in the U.S. public’s interest.

We respectfully request the Department of Transportation award the two slot exemptions at issue in this proceeding to US Airways so that it can begin daily scheduled service between OKC and Ronald Reagan Washington National and Charlotte Douglas International airports. Thank you in advance for your consideration of this request.

Sincerely,

LeAnn Jenkins
Executive Director