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Tailwind delays launch of DC service until at least September 26

Tailwind Air made this announcement:

For reasons beyond the company’s control, Tailwind Air is delaying its new Washington DC area to Manhattan seaplane service by at least two weeks while seeking approval to serve from an alternate airport in the capital region.

“Our original intent was to launch from College Park Airport September 13th and we were compliant with published rules, however we have encountered additional considerations around scheduled service from new gateways into the Washington, D.C. area. We look forward to working expediently with all stakeholders to address those concerns.” says Tailwind Air CEO Alan Ram.

“Advanced sales on our new route since we announced it have been stronger than expected, showing there is interest in our much faster, less stressful solution.” says Peter Manice, EVP Tailwind Air Shuttle “ We hope to secure the ability shortly to take off from a DC area airport and land on the water in Manhattan, which we know will be a time-saving benefit for our customers and the region.”

Flights to/from Manhattan to DC will be approximately 75-85 minutes and will be operated by our fleet of Cessna Grand Caravans featuring two experienced pilots, eight premium economy leather seats, aisle and window access, crisp air-conditioning, and an ability to land on water or at an airport.

New York Skyport (NYS) is Manhattan’s dedicated seaplane base. Located at the eastern end of 23rd Street along the East River, Tailwind Air operates all Manhattan departures from there and has a dedicated climate-controlled lounge for all passengers.

Check-in cutoff is just 10 minutes prior to departure. Tailwind Air erases the hassle and expense of commuting via a commercial airport, train, ferry, or rental car. By eliminating the uncertainty of check-in, security, airport congestion, and drive time delays, Tailwind Air reduces stress and delivers memorable and fast solutions on all of our routes.

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While Tailwind Air’s turboprop seaplane fleet is young—less than five years on average—seaplane travel certainly is not. The Manhattan Skyport opened in 1936 and has been hosting popular seaplane travel for decades. In addition, seaplane operations have been part of the core transportation landscape of cities such as Seattle, Miami, and Vancouver for nearly a hundred years.

With the expected addition of Washington, D.C., Tailwind Air will serve up to nine destinations from its Manhattan base. Manhattan destinations are Boston Harbor – Fan Pier Marina (BNH), Washington, D.C, East Hampton, Sag Harbor, Shelter Island, Montauk, Provincetown, Plymouth, and Bridgeport.

Tailwind Air announces first-ever seaplane service to Washington, D.C. area from Manhattan

Tailwind Air has announced an exciting new destination, creating the fastest way to Washington, D.C. Travelers may now enjoy a nonstop seaplane flight directly from Manhattan’s Skyport Marina at East 23rd Street (IATA code: NYS) to Washington, D.C.’s College Park Airport (IATA code: CGS).

Flights to/from Manhattan are approximately 80-90 minutes. Tailwind will be the only scheduled air service inside the Beltway outside of DCA. Tailwind will also offer one-stop flights from Boston Harbor’s Fan Pier Marina to Washington, D.C.’s College Park Airport.

Scheduled service begins September 13, 2022, and will be operated by our fleet of Cessna Grand Caravans featuring two experienced pilots, eight Economy Plus leather seats, aisle and window access, crisp air-conditioning, and an ability to land on water or at an airport.

With the addition of Washington, D.C., Tailwind Air now serves nine destinations from its Manhattan base. Manhattan destinations are Boston Harbor – Fan Pier Marina (BNH), Washington, D.C. – College Park (CGS), East Hampton, Sag Harbor, Shelter Island, Montauk, Provincetown, Plymouth, and Bridgeport.

Tailwind Air announces seaplane service from Manhattan to Provincetown, MA via Boston Harbor

Tailwind Air has made this announcement:

Tailwind Air has announced a new destination, creating the fastest way to Provincetown, MA.

Travelers may now enjoy a nonstop seaplane flight directly from Boston Harbor’s Fan Pier Marina (IATA Code: BNH) to Provincetown Harbor, MA (below). Flights from Boston Harbor are approximately 35 minutes from dock to dock and include complimentary water taxi/launch service to and from the seaplane.

Tailwind will also offer nonstop and one-stop flights from Manhattan’s Skyport Marina at East 23rd Street to Provincetown Harbor, MA. Scheduled summer service begins May 25, 2022 and operates through September 5, 2022.

While Tailwind Air’s turboprop seaplane fleet is young, less than five years on average, seaplane travel certainly is not. The Manhattan Skyport opened in 1936, and has been hosting popular seaplane travel for decades. For nearly 100 years, seaplane operations have been part of the core transportation landscape of maritime cities such as Seattle, Miami, and Vancouver.

Boston Harbor–Manhattan flights, and a complete schedule for all flights operated by Tailwind Air, can be found below.

With the addition of Provincetown Harbor, Tailwind Air now serves four destinations from its Boston Harbor base. Manhattan is served three times daily seven days a week. Plymouth, MA is served daily. One-stop same plane service to East Hampton (HTO) is also available.

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With the addition of Provincetown Harbor, Tailwind Air now serves eight destinations from its Manhattan base. Manhattan destinations are: Boston, East Hampton, Sag Harbor, Shelter Island, Montauk, Provincetown, Plymouth, and Bridgeport.

The new Provincetown schedule running May 25–September 5, 2022

Boston Harbor→Provincetown Harbor, MA				Provincetown Harbor, MA → Boston Harbor
DEPART	ARRIVE	DAY OF WEEK	STOPS	DEPART	ARRIVE	DAY OF WEEK	STOPS
6:20 PM	6:55 PM	Wednesday-Friday	Non-Stop	6:30 AM	7:05 AM	Monday and Tuesday	Non-Stop
11:30 AM	12:10 PM	Sunday	Non-Stop

Manhattan → Provincetown Harbor, MA				Provincetown Harbor, MA → Manhattan
DEPART	ARRIVE	DAY OF WEEK	STOPS	DEPART	ARRIVE	DAY OF WEEK	STOPS
5:10 PM	6:55 PM	Wednesday-Friday	1 – stop via BNH	6:30 AM	8:20 AM	Monday and Tuesday	1 – stop via BNH
				12:20 PM	1:40 PM	Sunday	Non-Stop

Boston Harbor to Provincetown, MA fares start at $275. Manhattan to Provincetown fares start at $795.

Tailwind Air announces new route between Bridgeport, CT and Manhattan

Tailwind Air announces new daily nonstop weekday service for summer and fall travel between Bridgeport’s Sikorsky Memorial Airport (BDR) and Manhattan’s Skyport (NYS) seaplane terminal, located at the Lower East River in New York City at the foot of E 23rd Street. The service is designed for peak rush hour travel for Bridgeport area residents as an alternative to car services, driving, and the train. To celebrate, Tailwind Air is offering one-way fares as low as $135. Service starts July, 29th, 2021.