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Smyrna Airport

Smyrna, United States

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Smyrna Airport

Smyrna, United States

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543 ft

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Middle Tennessee's general aviation and cargo hub.

Opened

1941

Location

Smyrna, United States

Smyrna Airport (IATA: MQY, ICAO: KMQY) is a public airport located in Smyrna, Tennessee, approximately 20 miles southeast of downtown Nashville. It serves general aviation, corporate aviation, military, and cargo operations, and is home to a significant number of based aircraft in the greater Nashville region. The airport spans a substantial footprint and features multiple runways capable of accommodating a wide range of aircraft. It is owned and operated by the Rutherford County government and serves as an important reliever airport for the busy Nashville International Airport (BNA). Smyrna Airport has historical significance as a former military installation and continues to support military-related activities. The Tennessee Air National Guard has had a presence at the airfield, and the airport hosts various aviation businesses, flight schools, and maintenance facilities.

Terminals

Smyrna Airport does not operate a commercial passenger terminal; it serves general aviation, cargo, and military users through fixed-base operators and dedicated facilities.

Getting to & from

The airport is accessible primarily by personal vehicle or ground transportation services, with no dedicated public transit connection to downtown Smyrna or Nashville.

Airlines here

No scheduled commercial passenger airlines operate regular service at Smyrna Airport; the facility primarily supports charter, cargo, and general aviation operators.

Notable facts

›Smyrna Airport was originally built as a U.S. Army Air Forces base during World War II.
›The airport serves as a designated reliever airport for Nashville International Airport (BNA).
›It is owned and operated by Rutherford County, Tennessee.
›The airport features multiple runways, with the primary runway extending over 8,000 feet.
›Smyrna is located near the Nissan North America manufacturing plant, supporting corporate aviation demand.

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Smyrna Airport may refer to:Smyrna Airport (Tennessee) in Smyrna, Tennessee, United States Smyrna Airport (Delaware) in Smyrna, Delaware, United States

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