Nashville Airport Rename Backed to Dolly Parton International Airport

Following Dolly Parton’s death, local and state lawmakers are backing a proposal to rename Nashville International Airport to Dolly Parton International Airport. A Change.org petition has gained over 127,000 signatures. Final approval would come from the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority board, with FAA consent required. A 2010 policy also requires a two-year waiting period after death and a demonstrated significant contribution to Tennessee aviation. State legislators are planning related bills to advance the effort.