Reagan National Airport to halt flights for Trump-hosted military parade next week

President Donald Trump will be hosting a military parade next Saturday honoring military veterans and active-duty organization members to commemorate the U S Army s birthday The parade is scheduled for June the th birthday of the United States Army Flag Day and Trump s birthday Ronald Reagan National Airport DCA disclosed the airport is expected to halt flights during the parade FIRST LADY MELANIA TRUMP WELCOMES MILITARY MOMS TO WHITE HOUSE FOR MOTHER'S DAY To accommodate aircraft flyovers along the parade highway followed by a fireworks display the Federal Aviation Administration is expected to suspend airline operations at DCA affecting scheduled flights reads an airport press release The airport cautions that customers with flight reservations for the evening of June should check the status of their flights directly with their airline An FAA spokesperson notified Fox News Digital the agency is working with the Department of Defense to finalize a flyover plan detailing the number and types of aircraft involved Temporary Flight Restrictions TFRs for the Washington D C area will be issued in partnership with the Department of Homeland Shield to ensure safety and protection during the celebration For more Lifestyle articles visit foxnews com lifestyleFox News Digital is notified the restrictions will expand the Washington D C Metropolitan Area Special Flight Rules Area DC SFRA and the Washington D C Metropolitan Area Flight Restricted Zone DC FRZ The FAA will implement traffic management initiatives TMI at DCA before during and after the event to ensure safety and will facilitate a return to normal operations once the event concludes During the peak of the celebration the TMI stops all arrivals and departures reported the FAA spokesperson The parade on June is scheduled to begin at p m and conclude at p m CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERFlight passengers are advised to use the D C Metrorail to reach the airport and can expect roadway closures off-airport to increase the tour time There will be no fireworks viewing due to construction and event parking is strongly discouraged says the DCA release Expect delays from road closures and increased pedestrian and carriage traffic in the area it states The landmark event will take place on Constitution Ave NW between th Street and rd Street At the event there will be historical U S Army personnel re-enactors period-accurate equipment vehicles flyovers and military bands according to America The event is designed not only to showcase the Army s modern capabilities but also to inspire a new generation to embrace the spirit of provision resilience and leadership that defines the United States the America site says