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Aira program for the visually impaired

Memphis International Airport joins the Aira Airport Network, offers new service for blind and low vision passengers

Partnership is first of its kind in airport industry MEMPHIS, TENN. (October 19, 2017) – Memphis International Airport (MEM) has announced a partnership with technology company Aira that will provide expanded services for blind or low-vision passengers. The new partnership was announced this morning at the monthly Board of Commissioners meeting of the Memphis-Shelby County…
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Man Puts Digital Tablet Into Tray For Airport Security Check

TSA raises security measures for electronic devices

New screening procedures for carry-on bags to better focus on threats MEMPHIS, Tenn. – To ensure the security of airline passengers and the nation’s airports, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will implement new, stronger screening procedures for carry-on items at Memphis International Airport (MEM) beginning tomorrow. The new procedures, which were announced earlier this year, require…
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Frontier Airlines announces nonstop Memphis-Philadelphia service

Service will run four times weekly starting April 9 MEMPHIS, TENN. (September 26, 2017) –Frontier Airlines has announced it will begin nonstop service between Memphis International Airport (MEM) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) beginning April 9. The service, which is scheduled to be seasonal, will run four times weekly on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.…
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Fitch affirms ‘A’ rating for Airport Authority

Rating outlook remains stable MEMPHIS, Tenn. (September 25, 2017) – Fitch Ratings has affirmed the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority’s (MSCAA’s) ‘A’ rating on the authority’s outstanding $282 million general airport revenue bonds (GARBs). The Airport Authority’s outlook remained stable. Fitch cited a number of factors that contributed to the rating, including Memphis International Airport’s nearly…
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MSCAA Job Fair

Memphis International Airport to host job fair on October 18

Memphis, Tenn. (September 21, 2017) – Local job-seekers can find out more about career opportunities at the airport when Memphis International Airport (MEM) hosts a job fair on October 18, 2017. The fair, which will feature 19 different airport employers, will take place from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the airport’s Project Center at…
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Frontier Airlines announces nonstop Memphis-Orlando service

MEMPHIS, TENN. (September 20, 2017) –Frontier Airlines has announced it will begin nonstop service between Memphis International Airport (MEM) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) beginning November 2. The service will run three times weekly, on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. The airline will utilize a 186-seat Airbus 320 aircraft for the flight.   Tickets are on sale…
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Hurricanes Irma and Jose

Airlines Begin Issuing Travel Waivers Ahead of Hurricane Irma Impact

Hurricane Irma may impact air travel this weekend. Please check directly with your airline for the latest information about your flight status and scheduling. See below for links to airline travel alerts and waiver information. Air Canada: https://goo.gl/q6wNFb Allegiant: https://goo.gl/GWNxj1 American: https://goo.gl/vt8Uyc Delta: https://goo.gl/7y5J91 Frontier: https://goo.gl/BUvYvm Southwest: https://goo.gl/Uhw3p1 United: https://goo.gl/eDPZ2a

New B baggage carousel installation

Baggage Carousel Replacement Project Begins

Travelers may notice temporary construction walls that have been placed in the B baggage area. Work has begun on a project to replace the baggage carousels in B baggage, which currently serves Delta and Allegiant passengers. All four baggage carousels will be replaced during the project, with construction taking place on two carousels at a…
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Scott Brockman MEM presentation meeting

MEM, Area Chambers Form Mid-South Chamber Air Service Coalition

Representatives from MEM recently met with a host of regional chambers during the inaugural gathering of the Mid-South Chamber Air Service Coalition. The Greater Memphis Chamber hosted the event. Members of the coalition include: Bartlett Chamber of Commerce Collierville Chamber of Commerce Covington/Tipton Chamber of Commerce Fayette County Chamber of Commerce Greater Jonesboro Chamber of…
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HMS Host Dress for Success contest winner

Airport Restaurant Vendor HMS Host Donates $5000 to Dress for Success

HMS Host, which operates several restaurants Memphis International Airport, presented a $5,000 grant today to the Memphis branch of the non-profit organization Dress for Success, which provides professional attire, support and career development tools to disadvantaged women in the community. HMS Host’s news release can be found at https://hmshostfoundation.org/hmshost-foundation-presents-5000-grant-dress-success-memphis/.  The presentation was made at this morning’s Board…
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