What is the Wayne County Airport Authority?
When you’re driving around the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) or racing down the the rainbow light tunnel to catch a flight, you’re probably not thinking about who’s in charge — but it’s worth learning a little more about the Wayne County Airport Authority (WCAA). The Detroit Documenters recently covered a WCAA meeting for…
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