Airport Commission - June 15, 2026 (audio only)

The City of Murfreesboro Airport Commission held a meeting on June 15, 2026, focusing on several key procurement and capital improvement topics. The commission approved the site selection for a new 75-foot air traffic control tower, with federal funding secured for environmental and initial design phases. Discussions included the operational costs of the tower, potential virtual tower technology, and the importance of maintaining taxiway circulation and hangar access. The commission also approved a study by Barge Design Solutions to explore extending Runway 18 to 5,000 feet, aiming to enhance airport capacity and fuel sales. Additionally, the commission reviewed fuel pricing strategies, proposing a temporary 10-cent per gallon discount to attract more tenants and transient traffic, which was approved for a trial period. Updates were provided on ongoing projects such as hangar pad development, approach mitigation, airport signage, and airspace classification changes. The commission also addressed contractual and payment issues with Hensley Construction related to current airport projects.