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Memphis International Airport maintains ranking as world’s 2nd busiest cargo airport; MEM is busiest cargo airport in North America

March 19, 2019

MEMPHIS, TENN. (March 19, 2019) – Memphis International Airport (MEM) has maintained its status as the world’s second busiest cargo airport and the busiest cargo airport in North America, according to preliminary 2018 world airport traffic rankings released by Airports Council International. More than 4.47 million metric tonnes of cargo were handled at MEM in…
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Cancun, Mexico

Vacation Express returns in May with nonstop Memphis-Cancun flights

March 18, 2019

MEMPHIS, TN (March 18, 2019) – Vacation Express will launch its summer nonstop weekly service between Memphis International Airport (MEM) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) on Monday, May 20. The flight will depart on Saturdays from May 25-July 27, allowing passengers to enjoy six-night vacation packages at a variety of Cancun resorts. The weekly flight…
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Memphis International Airport welcomes addition of larger aircraft by Air Canada

February 25, 2019

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (February 25, 2019) – Memphis International Airport (MEM) passengers will soon be able to fly to and from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in greater comfort thanks to the deployment of larger aircraft by Air Canada.  Beginning May 1, all Air Canada flights between MEM and YYZ will utilize 76-seat Embraer E75 aircraft.…
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Airport Authority promotes Nathan Luce to Director of Procurement

February 21, 2019

MEMPHIS, TENN. (February 21, 2019) – Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) has announced the promotion of Nathan Luce as its new Director of Procurement. In his new role, Luce will oversee the operations of the Procurement department, which is responsible for managing the Airport Authority’s purchasing, bidding, and contract services. In addition, the department coordinates…
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Airport and partners to host public meeting for drone pilot program on February 27

February 13, 2019

MEMPHIS, TENN. (February 13, 2019) – Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) and its partners in the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Unmanned Aerial Systems Integration Pilot Program (UAS IPP) will host a public meeting on Wednesday, February 27. The meeting will take place at the University of Memphis Holiday Inn at 6 pm. The meeting will…
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MEM posts strong growth numbers in 2018; 5.4% increase in passengers, 3.08% increase in cargo vs. 2017

January 30, 2019

MEMPHIS, TENN. (January 30, 2019) – Memphis International Airport (MEM) continued its strong growth trends in 2018, posting significant increases in passenger and cargo traffic compared to 2017. More than 4.4 million passengers passed through MEM in 2018, an increase of more than 200,000 from 2017. 2018 marks the fourth straight year of increased passengers. …
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Airport Authority receives $3 million state grant for aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility

January 28, 2019

MEMPHIS, TENN. (January 28, 2019) – Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) has been awarded a $3 million grant from the State of Tennessee’s Department of Transportation as part of the Aeronautics Economic Development Fund. The funds will be used toward the design and site development for a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) hangar at MEM.…
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901 Drones launch pad

First quarter of Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority drone pilot program features 43 successful flights

January 3, 2019

MEMPHIS, TENN. (January 3, 2019) – Since August, Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) partners have conducted 43 successful drone flights as part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Unmanned Aerial Systems Integration Pilot Program (UAS IPP). The flights were part of the first phase of development in low risk areas to help develop operational procedures,…
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Memphis International Airport offers travel tips for Christmas week

December 20, 2018

Memphis International Airport is preparing for another busy holiday travel week as Christmas approaches. Here are some tips for holiday passengers: Arrive Early & Check with Airlines Prior to Traveling MEM is recommending that travelers arrive at the airport at least two hours before their departure time to ensure that they have plenty of time…
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Downtown Memphis

Economic impact reports detail airport contributions at national and local level

December 19, 2018

MEMPHIS, TENN. (December 19, 2018) – Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) recently announced the findings of its most recent economic impact study, Taking America Beyond the Horizon: The Economic Impact of Commercial Service Airports in 2017. The study summarizes the economic benefits that the 493 commercial airports in the U.S. make to the national economy. The Economic…
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