BWI Observation Station?
May 18, 2005 | 10:58 pm
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BWI Observation Station?
Hello,
I will be in BWI in a few weeks. Heard about the observation station...seems like a cool place. Is this pre/post security? Anything else I should know about this place- is it the best for aircraft spotting?
Thanks! (PS: How early should I get in for an afternoon NWA flight? Are the lines long?)
I will be in BWI in a few weeks. Heard about the observation station...seems like a cool place. Is this pre/post security? Anything else I should know about this place- is it the best for aircraft spotting?
Thanks! (PS: How early should I get in for an afternoon NWA flight? Are the lines long?)
May 19, 2005 | 9:48 am
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Q: Where can I observe planes taking off and landing?
A: Thomas A. Dixon Observation Area and Park is located on Dorsey Road/ Route 176 East. From 95, take 195 east, to 170 east. Make a left on Dorsey Road/ Route 176. Go three miles and the park will be on your right hand side.
This is definitely outside security.
A: Thomas A. Dixon Observation Area and Park is located on Dorsey Road/ Route 176 East. From 95, take 195 east, to 170 east. Make a left on Dorsey Road/ Route 176. Go three miles and the park will be on your right hand side.
This is definitely outside security.
May 19, 2005 | 12:37 pm
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Security at BWI is at the entrance to each pier, and the Observation Station is up from the ticketing lobby, outside of all security.
May 19, 2005 | 3:52 pm
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Thanks! I searched online and found maps of the trail/observation park that was posted but it seems like a 4 mile walk around the airport to get there? So I take it I'll have to take a cab from the airport to get there and take an hour's walk back?