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Sunflower Program

Nashville International Airport® (BNA®) is committed to fostering an inclusive travel experience for all passengers. To further this commitment, BNA has become a proud member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program. This internationally recognized program allows those with hidden disabilities to discreetly signal their need for additional assistance, patience, or time.

What is the Sunflower Program?

The Sunflower program was created to support people with disabilities that may not be immediately apparent. They can be neurological, cognitive and neurodevelopmental. as well as physical, visual, auditory and include sensory and processing difficulties.

Participation in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program is voluntary. Travelers with hidden disabilities may obtain a complimentary Sunflower lanyard at the Information Center, located on the Ground Transportation Level (Level 1). The Information Center operates daily from 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Participants will not be asked to disclose their disability.

The Sunflower lanyard you receive is yours to keep and can be used throughout your travels at BNA and any participating airport or location that recognizes the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program.

While wearing it doesn't prioritize security screening or guarantee special treatment, staff can offer support based on your needs. Passengers requiring additional assistance are still encouraged to make arrangements directly with their airline and/or TSA Cares for support.

What is the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower?

Frequently Asked Questions

Wear the item anytime you want others to know that you have a hidden disability.

Our staff, including airline personnel, restaurant employees, retail associates, and TSA agents, have undergone training to recognize the Sunflower lanyard and other designated wearables signifying hidden disabilities. This ensures travelers receive the appropriate assistance they may require throughout their journey at BNA.

Please note, wearing a lanyard does not guarantee expedited security screening or preferential treatment. Passengers requiring additional assistance are still encouraged to make arrangements directly with their airline and/or TSA Cares for support.

There's no specific list of qualifying conditions.

Passengers who believe a Sunflower lanyard would enhance their travel experience are welcome to participate.

Your privacy is important to us. Participants will not be asked to disclose their disability.

Yes! The program is for both travelers who have a hidden disability and those traveling with someone who does. It is highly encouraged to also self-identify so airport employees are informed and well prepared to assist the entire group.

Participation in this program does not require registration.

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program is free and open to everyone. Complimentary Sunflower lanyards are available from 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Information Center located on the Ground Transportation Level (Level 1).

Complimentary Sunflower lanyards are available from 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Information Center located on the Ground Transportation Level (Level 1).

Sunflower lanyards from BNA are currently not available by mail. However, you can pick up a complimentary one at the Information Center on the Ground Transportation Level (Level 1) daily from 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Alternatively, you can purchase sunflower lanyards and other wearables on the Hidden Disabilities website HERE.

Wear the item anytime you want others to know that you have a hidden disability.

Our staff, including airline personnel, restaurant employees, retail associates, and TSA agents, have undergone training to recognize the Sunflower lanyard and other designated wearables signifying hidden disabilities. This ensures travelers receive the appropriate assistance they may require throughout their journey at BNA.

A Sunflower lanyard discreetly indicates a hidden disability to airport staff, but it does not guarantee expedited security screening or any preferential treatment.

Passengers requiring additional assistance are encouraged to make arrangements directly with their airline and/or TSA Cares for support.

No, it is absolutely free!

Absolutely! You can save it for future use at BNA or use it at any participating organization or airport in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program.

Discover Sunflower-friendly places

Over 240 airports in over 30 countries, and 17 airlines worldwide recognize the Sunflower Program.

You can find a list of participating locations HERE.

The Sunflower Program isn't just for airports - it's a global initiative!

Click HERE to discover Sunflower-friendly places.

For questions about BNA's Sunflower Program, please email feedback@flynashville.com

You can learn more about the Sunflower Program by visiting the Hidden Disabilities website HERE.