MEM on the Move: Airport modernization construction project begins
The first phases of the largest capital project in Memphis International Airport’s (MEM’s) history are underway.
The first phases of the largest capital project in Memphis International Airport’s (MEM’s) history are underway.
Memphis International Airport (MEM) has launched a new online feature, FlyMyAirport™, that allows passengers to plan and book their flights from www.flymemphis.com.
Preliminary work has begun on the creation of a new commercial ground transportation lane on the baggage claim level of the short-term parking garage. This phase of the project will not have a significant impact on passengers, though pedestrians will be required to cross the street at crosswalks only. Once completed, ground transportation services will be relocated to this new lane.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) expects more than 48,000 people to pass through the checkpoint at Memphis International Airport (MEM) during the 2024 Labor Day Weekend travel period, which will take place between August 29–September 3. The peak day is projected to be Friday, August 30, with more than 9,900 people passing through the checkpoint.
Did you know that there is a system of abandoned transit tunnels underneath MEM? When Memphis International Airport added Terminals A and C in the early 1970’s, these sub-basement transit tunnels were imagined as the future home of a tram system connecting passengers between future remote terminals, or as a connection to a future subway system.
Spirit Airlines has launched seasonal nonstop service between Memphis International Airport (MEM) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). The flight is scheduled to operate through November 5 three times weekly on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) expects more than 101,000 people to pass through the checkpoint at Memphis International Airport (MEM) during the 4th of July travel period, which will take place between June 27 and July 8.
Memphis Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) today announced James “Wes” Blair as its next Memphis Airport police chief. MSCAA’s current and longtime police chief, Jerry Brandon, is retiring in the Fall of 2024.
The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) is saddened to receive news of the passing of James McGehee. McGehee served as chairman of the MSCAA Board of Commissioners from 1981-1996.
The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) family is deeply saddened by the passing of former President and CEO Larry Cox, and extends its heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.