A US airport will be renamed for Dolly Parton. Tennessee legislators approved a bill to rename McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville to Dolly Parton Airport. The rename is not yet in effect and it does not involve Nashville International Airport.
The proposal passed both chambers in June 2025. The bill now awaits the governor’s signature and formal FAA designation. Signage, maps and official documents will change only after federal approval.
No change has been announced for Nashville International Airport BNA. The airport serving Music City keeps its name and IATA code.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Will McGhee Tyson Airport be officially renamed Dolly Parton Airport?
- A: Not yet. The bill passed both chambers in June 2025 and now awaits the governor’s signature and formal FAA designation before it takes effect.
- Q: Does the rename affect Nashville International Airport BNA?
- A: No. Nashville International Airport keeps its name and IATA code BNA. No change has been announced for the airport serving Music City.
- Q: When will signage, maps and official documents change?
- A: Only after federal FAA approval. Signage, maps and official documents will be updated once the rename is formally authorized.