Memphis International Airport Announces World Class Tour Dates for 2026
Most of us know Memphis International Airport as the place where trips begin, reunions happen, and luggage occasionally goes missing. But what if you could see what really keeps MEM moving?
Good news: Memphis International Airport (MEM) has officially announced its Jon K. Thompson World Class Tour dates for 2026, and this is your chance to get an inside look at one of the most important engines of the Mid-South economy.
What Is the Jon K. Thompson World Class Tour?
Named after Jon K. Thompson, one of the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority’s longest-serving board members, the World Class Tour offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at airport operations (the kind most travelers never see 👀).
These tours are designed to help Memphians better understand:
- How MEM operates day-to-day
- The airport’s history and future growth
- Its massive economic impact on the region
- The critical role of FedEx operations, right here in Memphis
“The Jon K. Thompson World Class Tour provides valuable insights into the dynamic operations that keep MEM running efficiently… and its impact on the community.”
What You’ll Experience
The tour includes:
- ☕ Continental breakfast
- 📊 Presentations on MEM’s history, finances, current projects, and air service development
- 🚍 A comprehensive bus tour of the airfield, including:
- The FedEx World Hub
- The Tennessee Air National Guard base
- 🚶 Optional walking tour of MEM’s concourse at the end
2026 Tour Dates & Times
All tours run from 8:00-10:30 a.m.
- Thursday, April 30
- Friday, May 28
- Thursday, June 25
- Thursday, July 30
- Thursday, August 27
- Thursday, September 24
- Thursday, October 29
How to Register
Spots are limited, so don’t wait.
👉 Register online:
www.flymemphis.com/jon-k-thompson-world-class-tour
📧 Questions? Email wct@flymemphis.com
📞 Or call 901-922-8079
