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December 12, 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:

On behalf of Jordan Advertising, I write in support 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 DCA. In fact, Oklahoma City is the 

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 Advertising respectfully requests 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 International 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