Construction is underway on Atlantic Aviation’s first facility at John C. Tune Airport (JWN) in Nashville, Tennessee, following a successful bid through the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority’s competitive RFP process.
Situated 13km west of downtown Nashville, JWN serves as a general aviation gateway that complements Nashville International Airport (BNA); both airports are owned and operated by the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority. The new fixed-base operator (FBO) facility will include a 697m² executive terminal, a 3,437m² hangar and office complex and approximately 16,258m² of new ramp space. It will also feature a 227,125-liter Jet-A fuel farm, 45,425 liters of 100LL fuel capacity and a dedicated de-icing pad. The project is expected to be completed in late 2027.
The development will incorporate LEED-focused design elements, efficient building systems and construction waste reduction strategies, the company said.
Jeff Foland, CEO of Atlantic Aviation, said, “Seeing construction begin at John C. Tune Airport is an exciting milestone for Atlantic Aviation and our partnership with the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority. Nashville continues to be one of the most dynamic markets in the country, and this investment reflects our long-term commitment to supporting the region’s growth with state-of-the-art aviation infrastructure, exceptional service and expanded access for business aviation customers.”
Doug Kreulen, president and CEO of the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority, said, “John C. Tune Airport plays a vital role in supporting the region’s growing general aviation community, and Atlantic Aviation’s expansion marks a major step forward in strengthening that access for the Nashville area. By bringing world-class facilities and services to John C. Tune Airport, Atlantic Aviation is helping us position the airport for long-term success, and we’re excited for the expanded opportunities this investment will create for our customers and for Middle Tennessee.”
Margulies Hoelzli Architecture is serving as project architect, with Benesch as civil engineer, PRO Building Systems as general contractor, and American Environmental Aviation designing and constructing the fuel farm. The facility will complement Atlantic’s recently completed FBO at BNA.
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