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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).

MEM expects approximately 45,000 people to pass through checkpoint for Labor Day Weekend travel period

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) expects an estimated 45,000 people to pass through the checkpoint at Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM) during the 2026 Labor Day Weekend travel period, which will take place between September 3 – 8. The peak day is projected to be Friday, September 4, with more than 9,400 people passing through the checkpoint.

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. 

Runway 5K 2026

Ready for Takeoff: Memphis Airport’s Runway 5K Returns September 19

Memphis International Airport (MEM) is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated 2nd Annual MEM Runway 5K on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

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).

MEM lit up red, white, and blue

MEM expects more than 52,000 people to pass through checkpoint Memorial Day Weekend

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) expects more than 52,000 people to pass through the checkpoint at Memphis International Airport (MEM) during the Memorial Day weekend travel period, which will take place between May 21 and May 26. The peak days are projected to be Thursday and Friday, with approximately 9,600 people passing through the checkpoint each day.

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