US EditionAirport Authority Unanimously Approves Resolution to Honor Late FedEx Founder with Name Change
- On June 26, 2025, the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority officially passed a unanimous resolution to initiate renaming Memphis International Airport in tribute to FedEx founder Fred Smith.
- The renaming follows Fred Smith's death on June 21 at age 80 and reflects years of discussion and earlier attempts to honor him, including a 30-year-old proposal by Board Member Jack Sammons.
- The airport authority plans to immediately start the lengthy renaming process requiring FAA and state approvals while coordinating with Smith’s family and developing timelines and cost estimates.
- Airport Authority CEO Terry Blue expressed pride in leading the effort to recognize him through the renaming, while Chairman Michael Keeney committed to taking all necessary steps to finalize the process.
- Renaming the airport highlights Smith’s lasting impact on Memphis and FedEx’s global logistics role, though the official new name and full implementation will take time amid ongoing airport renovations.
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Senator Blackburn pays tribute to life, achievements of FedEx Founder Fred Smith
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) delivered remarks on the Senate floor remembering the life of FedEx founder and fellow Tennessean, Fred Smith. Following her remarks, the Senate unanimously passed her resolution honoring his incredible life, achievements, patriotism and legacy. For more news across the state, click here. Categories: News, Tennessee News, Video
El Aeropuerto Internacional de Memphis será renombrado en honor a Fred Smith, fundador de FedEx - La Prensa Latina Media
(LPL/WREG) – La junta de la Autoridad Aeroportuaria del Condado de Memphis-Shelby aprobó el jueves por la mañana una medida para renombrar el aeropuerto de Memphis en honor al fundador de FedEx, Frederick W. Smith. “Nos honra haber recibido este merecido reconocimiento. Cambiar el nombre de un aeropuerto implica muchos pasos regulatorios, logísticos y operativos, […]
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