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NEWSLETTER – Sharing a Little Extra Joy This Season

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Chase the Sun to Phoenix

Frontier Airlines launched a new route from RNO to Phoenix, Ariz. (PHX) on Nov. 22. This route will operate twice weekly and marks Frontier’s third destination from RNO, joining the airline’s existing service to Las Vegas and Denver.

Please note: All flight schedules subject to change.

Last Call for Giveaway Entries

To celebrate Frontier Airlines’ new nonstop route from RNO to PHX, we’re giving away two $1,000 vacation packages! Enter daily from now until Dec. 12 for a chance to win. Each package includes:

  • (2) $250 flight vouchers to PHX
  • (1) $500 Hotels.com gift card
  • (1) $50 Visa gift card
  • (1) Iconic plush animal

Keep an eye on your inbox on Dec. 15 to see if you’re one of our lucky winners.

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Free WiFi Offered by Several Carriers

Holiday travel just got easier to enjoy! Southwest Airlines began offering free in-flight Wi-Fi to Rapid Rewards® Members in late October of this year. And, starting Jan. 2026, American Airlines AAdvantage® members will get the same perk on most aircraft. Whether you’re heading home or heading out, you’ll have more ways to stay connected while flying.

Operation Santa Claus Reno Tahoe Airport

Thank You for Another Magical Operation Santa Claus

RNO’s annual Operation Santa Claus event brought our community together for a day filled with joy and generosity. Santa made a grand entrance on his favorite sleigh, a C-130, before taking photos with attendees. Throughout the event, families explored aircraft, enjoyed treats and soaked up the holiday magic.

We’re grateful to everyone who came out to support The Children’s Cabinet and local families.

Operation Santa Clause Reno-Stead Airport

Santa’s Flight Plan Includes Reno-Stead Airport

The North Valleys community is invited to join us for a holiday tradition with an aviation twist! RTAA—along with the Commemorative Air Force, EAA Young Eagles and Women of Aviation—invites families to our annual Fly-In Santa event, where they can welcome Santa as he flies into the Reno-Stead Airport.

This free Stead community event takes place Dec. 13 from 10:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m. at 4895 Texas Ave., Reno.

Sounds of the Season at RTAA

Now Approaching: Sounds of the Season

From violins to vocal harmonies, RNO is ringing in the holidays with live musical performances. Tune into these festive sounds as you make your way through the terminal:

  • Dec. 9: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. & Dec. 12 – 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Violinist, Juliette Leong
  • Dec. 10: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Squeek Steele
  • Dec. 16: 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Teagan Serink
  • Dec. 17: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. High Desert Harmony
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