Heading to Nashville? There are several options for the GA pilot who seeks to fly to the destination—you can choose from a towered or nontowered facility. Some are a little farther out than others, but it is pretty country, and the drive into the city can be a good way to unwind.
Nashville International (KBNA)
Nashville, Tennessee
Nashville International Airport (KBNA) is located 5 miles southeast of the city. It’s one of the busiest airports in the state, so expect a lot of company when on approach. The airport has both 100LL and jet-A fuel, and multiple runways, so be sure to read all instructions—and when on approach to runways 2/20, positively identify the L, C, and R on the pavement during your approach. Runway 2L/20R measures 7,704 feet by 150 feet; Runway 2C/20C measures 8,001 feet by 150 feet; and Runway 2R/20L measures 8,001 feet by 150 feet. The airport has a long crosswind runway, 13/31 measuring 11,030 by 150 feet.
