FLIGHT FIBER Connects Taneytown to the Future

FLIGHT FIBER Connects Taneytown to the Future

Antietam delivers 5G – Carroll County’s Fastest Broadband

Hagerstown, MD – July 16, 2025 – The digital future has arrived in Taneytown! Antietam Broadband is pleased to announce the official launch of FLIGHT FIBER, a game-changing 100% fiber broadband service that is now live in this historic Carroll County community. With next-generation 5G speeds and resilient connectivity, FLIGHT FIBER brings Taneytown residents and businesses the tools they need to thrive in today’s fast-paced digital world.

“FLIGHT FIBER isn’t just faster internet—it’s the foundation for how Taneytown will work, learn, stream, and grow for decades to come,” said Chris Shipman, President and General Manager of Antietam Broadband. “From home offices to classrooms and small businesses, reliable, high-speed connectivity is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. We’re dedicated to powering Taneytown with the speed and stability needed to thrive in today’s always-on world,” said Shipman.

“Antietam Broadband’s decision to bring fiber into Taneytown is a real game-changer,” said Chris Miller, Mayor of Taneytown. “As a resident and avid gamer, I understand firsthand the difference that fast, reliable connectivity makes—whether it’s for work, gaming, or just staying connected. Recognizing that when companies like Antietam invest in our community, we all benefit. Increased competition means more choices and better service for consumers, driving down prices and boosting quality. Ultimately, when local enterprise steps up and competition increases, every resident wins.”

From Main Street to local farms and home offices, FLIGHT FIBER is fueling a new chapter in Taneytown’s story—one where digital innovation meets small-town hearts. Antietam’s $42 million private investment ensures Taneytown won’t just keep pace with broadband demands—it will set the pace.

With FLIGHT FIBER’s 100% fiber network, residents enjoy:

• LIGHTNING-FAST SPEEDS: Symmetrical speeds up to 5 Gig, currently the fastest speeds in Carroll County.
• ROCK-SOLID RELIABILITY: Fiber stays strong enough even during peak usage, so your connection never slows down when you need it most.
• TRANSPARENT PRICING: No contracts, no hidden fees, just straightforward plans designed for your needs.
• LOCAL SUPPORT: Customer care from our locally based team.
• EXCLUSIVE PRODUCT SOLUTIONS: Enjoy access to products like FLIGHT MOBILE, DIRECTV (including video and sports programming), and Smart WiFi.
• Sign up for FLIGHT FIBER by calling 888-573-0004 or visiting FlightFiber.com

Carroll County businesses can partner with Antietam’s Business Solutions to design a customized suite of services and products tailored to support their unique and growing needs.

With FLIGHT FIBER’s 100% network, businesses enjoy:

• RELIABLE, RESILIENT CONNECTIVITY: Fiber broadband with enhanced security, privacy, and 24/7 support from a local Network Operations Center (NOC).
• SCALABLE SPEEDS: Bandwidth and speeds up to 100 Gig to meet growing business demands.
• CARRIER-CLASS PERFORMANCE: SLAs that guarantee network reliability and key performance metrics.
• SMART TRAFFIC ROUTING: Advanced routing ensures efficient and optimized data flow.
• ENTERPRISE-GRADE SOLUTIONS: Services include digital telephone, point-to-point/multi-point network mapping, disaster recovery, managed public cloud, colocation, managed services, and more.
• Connect with our Solutions team at 888-910-2001 to customize their service plans.

Antietam Broadband is Locally Rooted, Future Focused, and Community Invested. With over 110 local employees and a legacy of community engagement, the company is committed to partnering with Taneytown to drive growth, innovation, and opportunity—fiber by fiber.

About Antietam Broadband:

Antietam Broadband is an integral part of the region’s technology infrastructure since 1966, delivering innovative products and solutions to both residential and business customers across Washington and Carroll counties.  Antietam’s product and solutions offerings are anchored by FLIGHT FIBER. Guided by its commitment to being Locally Rooted, Future Focused, and Community Invested, Antietam continues to grow its multi-gig network while delivering the personalized service and support customers expect. Antietam is part of the Schurz Broadband Group, that includes Burlington Telecom, Hiawatha Broadband Communications, Long Lines Broadband, Orbitel Communications, and NKTelco.