Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is grappling with a malfunction in its terminal heating system, just days ahead of the inauguration of Donald Trump. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA), which manages the airport, announced the issue and is working diligently to rectify it. Delta Air Lines, a major carrier operating from Reagan Airport, has already alerted passengers about potentially cooler temperatures within the terminal.
The heating system at Reagan National Airport began experiencing issues on Friday, as reported by the MWAA to CNN. The statement emphasized their awareness of the problem and assured that efforts to carry out repairs were underway. Despite the malfunction, the airport continues to operate, maintaining comfortable temperature levels for travelers.
“Reagan National Airport is aware of a problem that developed on Friday with its primary heating system and is working to make repairs as soon as possible,” stated the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority.
Delta Air Lines took proactive steps by notifying its customers via text message about the temperature changes they might encounter during their travels.
“Temperatures within the airport may be much cooler than normal during your travel,” stated Delta Air Lines.
In response to the situation, the airport has implemented measures to mitigate discomfort. The MWAA confirmed that alternate heating sources have been arranged to ensure regular operations for airlines, as well as for shopping and dining venues within the terminal.
“In the meantime, the airport is conserving heat and has set up alternate heating sources to support normal airline flight operations and shopping and dining options,” added MWAA.
Passengers are advised to monitor communications from both the airport and their respective airlines for updates. While the MWAA reassures that the terminal remains at satisfactory temperature levels, they continue to assess and adjust their strategy as needed.
“The airport will remain open. The terminal is still at comfortable temperature levels. We will continue to monitor that and update if it changes,” confirmed the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority.
