Nashville Metro Council Urges Renaming Airport for Dolly Parton
Nashville's Metro Council has unanimously passed a resolution urging the Nashville Airport Authority to rename Nashville International Airport (BNA) in honor of Dolly Parton. The final decision rests with the airport authority, which is scheduled to discuss the matter on…
Nashville, TN, September 1, 2026 — A resolution calling for the renaming of Nashville International Airport (BNA) in honor of iconic entertainer Dolly Parton has received unanimous approval from the Nashville Metro Council. The council passed the measure, urging the Nashville Airport Authority to make the change.
The final authority on renaming Nashville International Airport lies with the Nashville Airport Authority. This body is scheduled to convene and discuss the matter on September 17.
The resolution passed by the Metro Council advocates for the airport to be renamed to commemorate Dolly Parton. No further details regarding specific proposed names or the exact rationale beyond honoring Parton were provided in the council’s action.
The Nashville Airport Authority will consider the Metro Council’s recommendation. The outcome of their September 17 meeting will determine if the proposed renaming moves forward.
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