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Frederick W. Smith International Airport

2026 MEM Runway 5K

Airport Runway 5K draws 1,200 participants, raises $130,000 for community initiatives

More than 1,200 runners and walkers traded boarding passes for running bibs and took to the runway on September 19, 2026, for the 2nd Annual MEM Runway 5K at the newly renamed Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM), raising $130,000 to benefit the Airport’s Community Foundation.

MEM receives TVA and MLGW award for energy savings from LED lighting

Airport Receives $117,247 TVA Incentive for Major Energy-Efficient Lighting Upgrades

Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) has been awarded a $117,247.63 energy efficiency incentive through the Tennessee Valley Authority’s (TVA) EnergyRight® for Business & Industry Program, in partnership with Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW). The funding recognizes a large-scale LED lighting upgrade that is delivering substantial energy savings and long-term operational benefits across Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM).

B Tunnel Reopened

Airport Reopens Pedestrian B Tunnel

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.

August 19, 2026 - MSCAA Admin/CBIS building topping off ceremony

MEM on the Move: Airport Authority marks construction milestone on new CBIS/Administration building with topping off ceremony

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.

August 11, 2026 Airport Renaming Ceremony

Airport Authority Celebrates Historic Renaming to Honor Visionary and FedEx Founder Frederick W. Smith

Memphis Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) hosted an official renaming and dedication ceremony on August 11 to commemorate the renaming of Memphis International Airport to Frederick W. Smith International Airport.

Airport Authority Announces Newly Appointed Board of Commissioners

The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) today announced the appointment of its new nine-member Board of Commissioners. Effective July 1, Public Chapter No. 978 reconstituted MSCAA’s Board of Commissioners into a nine-member governing body. The commissioners are Belinda Anderson, Pamela Clary, Captain Albert Glenn, Michael Keeney, David McKinney, Demar Roberts, Jack Sammons, Mayor Rhea “Skip” Taylor, and Craig Weiss. 

Busy Concourse at MEM

Airport Authority board approves Fiscal Year 2027 budget

The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) Board of Commissioners voted Thursday to approve a balanced MSCAA budget for Fiscal Year 2027 (July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027).

Arts in the Airport 2026

Memphis International Airport announces winners of 19th annual High School Visual Arts & Photography Competition

Memphis International Airport (MEM) has announced the winners of its 19th annual High School Visual Arts & Photography Competition.

Marshall Stevens

Marshall Stevens elected as chairman of American Association of Airport Executives

Marshall Stevens, A.A.E., Vice President of Operations and Chief Operating Officer of the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority, was inducted as Chair of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) for 2026-2027 during the 98th Annual AAAE Conference and Exposition in Los Angeles, CA.

GoodMaps and MEM

MSCAA Launches New Tech to Enhance Accessibility and Navigation

Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) announced the launch of GoodMaps, an advanced indoor navigation and accessibility platform that transforms how travelers discover and navigate the Memphis International Airport (MEM).

ACCESSIBILITY TOOLS