Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) today announced the official reopening of its Pedestrian B Tunnel at Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM), successfully completing a critical phase of the airport’s ongoing Terminal Modernization and Seismic Program (TMSP). Starting Wednesday, September 2, travelers can once again use the tunnel for direct access.
The future home of Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) administrative offices and Checked Baggage Inspection System (CBIS) reached a major milestone on Wednesday, August 19, with the installation of the final steel high beam. The Airport Authority marked the occasion with a topping off ceremony immediately following the August MSCAA Board Meeting.
The next phase of our Terminal Modernization project is moving ahead of schedule. Effective October 21, 2025, the Pedestrian Tunnel between Terminal B and the Pedestrian Plaza is closed until Spring 2026.
Starting Tuesday, September 9, ride app operations will be moved to Memphis International Airport’s arrivals level, outside the C baggage claim area. The move is related to construction for Memphis International Airport’s Terminal Modernization and Seismic Program (TMSP) and the opening of a new commercial lane on the arrivals level.
Charles W. Baker Airport’s new terminal building is almost ready to welcome pilots, passengers, and guests. Completion is targeted for October. The finished building will be 5,058 sq. ft.
Construction for Memphis International Airport’s Terminal Modernization and Seismic Program (TMSP) project affecting the upper inner departures lane has been completed and the B crosswalk was reopened on Friday, June 20.
The new administration building design continues to come into focus in these new renderings released by MSCAA design partner, Alliiance. Upgraded finishes highlight the modern interiors that will provide visitors and employees with a stunning, light-filled space for both working and meeting.
As part of the TMSP program’s outer commercial drive upgrade, the transit tunnel underneath the drive must be filled in to meet seismic standards. Progress continues on the filling and expected to be completed by August.
Ongoing construction for Memphis International Airport’s Terminal Modernization and Seismic Program (TMSP) project will affect pedestrian crosswalk access and departure level entrances beginning Wednesday, June 4. Starting June 4, pedestrians entering the airport from the departures/ticketing level will need to utilize the crosswalks at the A and C terminals to enter the terminal.
The long-dormant transit tunnel that lies two levels beneath the outer commercial drive will soon seal a piece of MEM history.
