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John Ensign: “In 1962, Dulles only served approximately 52,000 passengers. Today, however, Dulles is thriving. In 2009, the airport…”

On the recordMarch 22, 2010
In 1962, Dulles only served approximately 52,000 passengers. Today, however, Dulles is thriving. In 2009, the airport served approximately 23 million passengers. According to the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, "Dulles has emerged as one of the fastest growing airports in the world and a major East Coast gateway for domestic and international travelers as well as cargo activities."
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John Ensign
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Mar 22, 2010

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The speaker discusses the growth and significance of Dulles Airport over the years.

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