For Immediate Release June 23, 2017 Delta Flight Lands Safely at TRI Blountville, TN – At approx. 5:16 PM Tri-Cities Airport was alerted that Delta Air Lines flight 1534 flying to Atlanta from Indianapolis reported smoke in the cockpit and would be diverting to TRI. The plane landed safely at TRI at approximately 5:36 PM, and the alert was …
Remains of World War II Veteran to Return to East Tennessee
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 7, 2017 Remains of World War II Veteran to Return to East Tennessee Greene County Native to be Laid to Rest After More than 70 Years NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Department of Veterans Services Commissioner Many-Bears Grinder recognize the service and sacrifice of United States Army Private First Class Reece Gass of Greeneville …
TRI Accounting Department Receives GFOA Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, May 25, 2017 TRI Accounting Department Receives GFOA Award Blountville, TN – For the 18th consecutive year, the Tri-Cities Airport Authority has been awarded a certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). The Certificate …
New Parking Rates Effective June 1, 2017 at Tri-Cities Airport
Blountville, TN—New parking rates will go into effect beginning June 1, 2017, at Tri-Cities Airport. The new rates were approved by the Tri-Cities Airport Authority today. Current parking rates were last adjusted in 2010. Parking revenue provides approximately 32% of the airport’s total operating revenue. Airport officials report that developing additional operating revenue to meet projected operating expenditures is needed. …
Rebrand and Website Announced
Blountville, TN – Tri-Cities Airport (TRI) unveiled an updated name, new logo and new website today. The new logo highlights the Airport code, TRI, and reflects the clean, modern design of the Airport. The new website, www.TRIflight.com, is mobile-friendly, easy to navigate, and highlights information passengers access the most. The Airport has served the Tri-Cities area since 1937 and continues …
Business Space for Lease
Office Space Available in the Airport Terminal Building 453 square feet consisting of two offices, walk in storage area, and a kitchenette. Call early and choose your colors and tenant specifics. Amenities include security, all utilities, parking. Available Office Space: Suite 126
Official Contest Rules
OFFICIAL RULES: Tri Cities Airport 2016-17 SOCIAL MEDIA GIVEAWAYS NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. ENTRY IN THIS PROMOTION CONSTITUTES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE OFFICIAL RULES. Promotion Period to be defined as time of post to 11:59 pm ET on the same day. No substitution is …
Tri-Cities Airport Construction & Parking Update
Sidewalks located in front of the Tri-Cities Airport terminal building are currently being removed and replaced as part of the airport’s parking and frontage roadway construction project. The construction project provides wider walkways, better traffic flow, designated crosswalks and an improved look and function for the front of the airport. Drivers should proceed carefully in front of the terminal …
Milling & Paving Begins on Airport Circle Drive
The final phases of Tri-Cities Airport’s terminal frontage project are underway as milling and paving of Airport Circle begin tonight at 6:30 PM and continues through the daytime hours of Saturday. Completion of the asphalt binder course and temporary pavement markings is anticipated to be complete late afternoon on Saturday. Milling and paving will take place during low traffic periods …
TRI Completes Road Frontage Improvement Project
The Tri-Cities Airport’s terminal frontage project is complete and was christened with a celebration by airport and regional community leaders today. Aug. 25, 2016 – Terminal Front Improvement Project Completion Celebration Aug. 25, 2016 – Terminal Front Improvement Project Completion Celebration This $6.24 million project was implemented to improve passenger convenience and safety in front of the terminal building. The …
TRI Accounting Department Wins GFOA Award
For the 17th consecutive year, the Tri-Cities Airport Authority has been awarded a certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, …
TRI Welcomes New Director Of Marketing & Air Service
Kristi Haulsee Kristi Haulsee The Tri-Cities Airport Authority welcomes Kristi Haulsee as the new director of marketing and air service development. She replaces Melissa Thomas, who has held the position since 1996. Thomas is leaving the airport to take a more active role in her family business in Johnson City. Haulsee will be responsible for marketing, public relations and working …