Since the passing of Tennessee icon Dolly Parton, officials from the Metro Council to Governor Bill Lee have been united: They all want to rename Nashville’s airport to honor the late country music legend and philanthropist.
Nashville’s airport to become Dolly Parton International with Gov. Lee support
Gov. Bill Lee has taken up a growing push to rename the airport for the late singer. While the name change technically goes against airport policy, the Metro Nashville Airport Authority is pushing forward with the change anyway.
Dolly Parton’s death renews push to rename Nashville airport in her honor
Nashville’s airport could become Dolly Parton International under a growing push to rename BNA for the late singer. But an official change would be at least two years away.
Crowded planes and airports set records, straining the U.S. aviation system
The summer travel season is setting records again. Airlines are carrying more passengers than ever while operating fewer flights than they did 20 years ago, pushing the limits of the aviation system.
Update: After staffing shortage, Nashville airport back to normal operations
Nashville’s airport is back to normal — for now — after a staffing shortage caused delays on Tuesday.
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Tennessee partners with Elon Musk on Tesla tunnel between downtown Nashville and airport
A privately developed tunnel project could soon connect travelers from downtown Nashville to Nashville International Airport.
Nashville’s airport could become ‘Trump International’ under new bill
The proposal from Rep. Todd Warner comes two years after statehouse Republican clashed with Nashville over control of its Airport Authority Board.
Amid BNA’s holiday rush and expansion, travelers find little touches smooth the experience
Nashville International Airport is getting ready for the Thanksgiving holiday.
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