Runway

8,000 Feet

Area

160 Acres

Elevation

1,519 Feet

About Aerospace Park

A perfectly positioned space designed specifically for the aerospace industry. With proximity to networks that reach all East Coast population centers, you’re connected to all the major hubs, without having to pay their rent.


Mark Canty
Director of Business Development
mcanty@flyTRI.com
(423) 367-2385

David Lotterer
Leasing Agent
david.lotterer@jll.com
(513) 205 6816

Visit our regional partners for more information on major employers, as well as business programs and incentives in our area:

NETWORKS Sullivan Partnership

Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development

  • Elevation:
    1,519 feet
  • Primary Runway 5/23:
    8,000 x 150 feet
  • Runway 23:
    Category II Instrument Landing System (ILS)
  • Runway 5:
    Category I ILS
  • Secondary Runway 9/27:
    4,447 x 150 feet
  • Runway 27:
    Precision Approach path indicator system
  • Police, Aircraft Rescue, & Firefighting Services:
    Available at TRI 24 hours a day
  • Taxiway Width:
    All taxiways are 75 feet wide
  • Restrictions:
    No operation, air traffic, or noise restriction problems

Foreign Trade Zone No. 204

  • Grantee: Tri-Cities Airport Authority
  • Supporting Members: Sullivan County, TN; Washington County, TN; Bristol, TN; Bristol, VA; Kingsport, TN; Johnson City, TN; and Tri-Cities Airport
  • Zone Structure: Alternate Site Framework (ASF)
  • Annual fee charged to FTZ users by grantee: $5,000, regardless of activity or size of activated area

U. S. Customs Port No. 2027

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Port No. 2027 is a fully functional port located at TRI. The port services all modes of transportation, including air, truck, and rail. Shipments are inspected and cleared by U.S. Customs officers, who offer superior customer service to those who clear their goods locally and will even perform inspections at the importer’s facility. The port is also responsible for Foreign Trade Zone oversight and enforcement.

For assistance, contact:

Port of Tri-Cities, TN/VA
100 Cargo Center Drive
Suite CC-104
Blountville, TN 37617
423-325-6498 Phone
423-325-6499 Fax


Groundwork: Building Aerospace Park

In this six-part video series, Gene Cossey, President & CEO of the Tri-Cities Airport Authority, sits down with leaders in aerospace, aviation workforce development, and regional economic development to answer questions about Aerospace Park.

The conversations take a closer look at the work that has gone into the 160-acre development, the progress already happening, the investment behind it, and the vision for its future.

Innovative Industry

TRI is located at the heart of the Tennessee aerospace cluster, which already includes more than 50 of the top aerospace and defense companies.

Strategically positioned halfway between Miami and New York City for broad access to major hubs.

Ideal location, affordable cost of business, and competitive wages that enable more efficient operations and increased revenue.

Latest News

  • Tri-Cities Airport to Conduct Annual Live Burn Training October 22–23 
    Tri-Cities Airport will conduct its annual Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) live burn training and recertification on Thursday, October 22, and Friday, October 23.  The training will include live burn scenarios designed to simulate aircraft fire emergencies. Airport rescue and firefighting personnel and local fire department partners will participate in …
  • TRI Invites Regional Businesses to Participate in 2026 Corporate Travel Survey
    Tri-Cities Airport (TRI) is inviting businesses and organizations across the region to participate in its 2026 Corporate Travel Survey to help better understand local business travel patterns and priorities. The five-minute survey asks organizations about their business travel, including how employees travel for work and which air service options are …
  • Tri-Cities Airport Authority to Hold First Board Meeting Under New Appointment Structure 
    The Tri-Cities Airport Authority (TCAA) welcomes its new 12-member Board following changes to the appointment process established under recently enacted Tennessee legislation.  New and returning members will gather for the first meeting on August 27th, 2026, and serve in an important leadership role as the Authority continues planning for the …
  • Economic Impact Study Shows Tri-Cities Airport Plays Significant Role in Regional Economy
    A recent economic impact study of Tri-Cities Airport (TRI) found that the airport supported approximately 2,100 jobs and $289 million in economic activity in 2024. The study also estimates that activity connected to TRI generated more than $42 million in tax revenue for federal, state, and local governments. The study …
  • Tri-Cities Airport Reopens Runway 5/23, Resumes Normal Operations
    Tri-Cities Airport has reopened Runway 5/23 following the completion of repairs and all necessary safety evaluations related to a sinkhole discovered beneath the runway surface earlier this week. The runway has been returned to service and normal airport operations have resumed. “We appreciate the hard work of our staff, contractors, …