Nashville International Airport officials approved the first formal step in renaming the airport to honor Dolly Parton. The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority voted unanimously on September 11 to begin the change process, while officials said the final name is not yet decided and the airport’s BNA code is expected to remain.
WHO:Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority board; airport officials; Dolly Parton
WHAT:Approved the first formal step toward renaming Nashville International Airport to incorporate Dolly Parton’s name and legacy
WHEN:Sep 13, 2026
WHERE:Nashville International Airport, Nashville, Tennessee
WHY:The board voted to begin the renaming process to honor Parton’s impact on music, culture, and philanthropy.
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