Event Brief
McGhee Tyson adds 13th gate; some gate numbers change
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Summary: McGhee Tyson Airport has begun work to add a 13th gate as part of its 10-year modernization plan. Officials also announced that several existing gate numbers will be renumbered, affecting how travelers find their departure locations.
WHO: McGhee Tyson Airport officials (WATE)
WHAT: Start of construction for a 13th terminal gate and renumbering of several existing gates.
WHEN: Sep 21, 2026 at 4:45 PM ET
WHERE: McGhee Tyson Airport, Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY: The airport is continuing its 10-year modernization plan by expanding terminal capacity with an additional gate.
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