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Millington-Memphis Airport

Millington, United States

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Millington-Memphis Airport

Millington, United States
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Former naval air station serving Memphis metro area.

Opened
1917
Location
Millington, United States
Millington-Memphis Airport is a public-use airport located in Millington, Tennessee, approximately 20 miles north of downtown Memphis. The facility was formerly known as Naval Air Station Memphis and served as a major U.S. Navy training installation for decades before transitioning to joint civilian and military use. The airport is operated by the Millington-Memphis Airport Authority and sits on a large property that still hosts some military and government aviation activities. It is designated as a reliever airport for Memphis International Airport, helping to reduce general aviation traffic at the primary commercial hub. The field features multiple runways capable of handling a wide range of aircraft and has been marketed to cargo operators and general aviation users looking for an alternative to the busier Memphis International Airport.
Terminals
The airport does not operate a traditional commercial passenger terminal, as it primarily serves general aviation, cargo, and government aircraft.
Getting to & from
Ground access to the airport is primarily by private vehicle via Tennessee State Route 51, with no dedicated public transit service directly serving the facility.
Airlines here
No scheduled commercial passenger airlines currently operate regular service at Millington-Memphis Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Originally established as a U.S. Navy aviation training base during World War I.
  • ›Formerly known as Naval Air Station Memphis, one of the Navy's largest training installations.
  • ›Designated as a general aviation reliever airport for Memphis International Airport.
  • ›The airport covers a large footprint with multiple runways, including one over 8,000 feet long.
  • ›Still hosts some federal and military aviation activities alongside civilian operations.
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A quiet gateway serving Memphis with military heritage and civilian purpose

Millington-Memphis Airport, formerly Naval Air Station Memphis, is a joint-use facility located in Millington, Tennessee, approximately 20 miles north of downtown Memphis. The airport carries a deep military legacy as a former major Navy training base and now serves general aviation, cargo, and limited commercial interests alongside continued military operations. Its expansive runways and low congestion make it a practical alternative to the busy Memphis International Airport.

Terminals
  • General Aviation Terminal — A modest facility serving private, charter, and general aviation traffic with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Rental cars available on-site through select agencies
  • Taxi and rideshare services (Uber/Lyft) accessible from the terminal area
  • Personal vehicle pickup from the main access road
  • Regional bus connections available via Millington city routes to Memphis
Nearby Hotels
  • Holiday Inn Express Millington
  • Comfort Inn Millington
  • Days Inn by Wyndham Millington
  • Hampton Inn Memphis-Wolfchase Galleria (nearby Memphis area)
Dining

On-site dining options within the airport are very limited, reflecting its general aviation focus, so travellers should plan accordingly. Millington town center offers a modest selection of casual dining, fast food chains, and local eateries within a short drive. For a wider variety of restaurants, downtown Memphis is roughly 25 to 30 minutes away by car.

Traveller Tips
  • Confirm fuel availability and FBO services in advance if arriving by private aircraft.
  • Rideshare availability can be limited in Millington — book your ride ahead of arrival.
  • The airport sits on former NAS Memphis grounds; allow extra time if navigating the sprawling facility for the first time.
  • For commercial flights in the region, Memphis International Airport (MEM) is the primary alternative with full airline service.
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The Millington-Memphis Airport is a public airport in the city of Millington, Tennessee, in Shelby County, United States. The airport is located 16 miles (26 km) north of Memphis. It was historically known as Naval Air Station Memphis, and it still provides support to military aircraft visiting the adjacent Naval Support Activity Mid-South.

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