Nashville International Airport Launches Sunflower Program for Passengers with Hidden Disabilities

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 28, 2024) – Nashville International Airport® (BNA®) is proud to announce the upcoming launch of the Sunflower Program, an initiative designed to enhance the travel experience for passengers with hidden disabilities. The program will begin on July 1.  

The Sunflower Program utilizes discreet sunflower lanyards as a silent way for passengers to indicate they may need additional support or assistance while navigating the airport. Passengers with any hidden disabilities, such as autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, anxiety, or chronic illnesses, can wear the lanyards to discreetly signal to airport staff that they might benefit from a little extra patience, understanding, and support.  

Airport staff have been trained to recognize the sunflower lanyards and offer assistance in a variety of ways, including: 

• Providing clear and concise directions 
• Offering additional time during check-in, security screenings, or boarding 
• Helping navigate the terminal 
• Offering a quieter space to relax if needed
   

Complimentary sunflower lanyards are available for passengers in need of extra support at the Information Center located on the Ground Transportation Level (Level 1). No disability qualification or explanation is required.

For more information on the Sunflower Program, visit their website HERE. 

About Nashville International Airport® 
As infrastructure is critical to the region’s growth and prosperity, Nashville International Airport® (BNA®) is a vital asset for Middle Tennessee and serves as a gateway to Music City and beyond. According to a recent State of Tennessee study, in 2019 alone, BNA generated more than $9.9 billion in total economic impact. BNA supported more than 76,000 jobs in the region and produced more than $443 million in state, local and federal taxes. BNA receives no local tax dollars. For more information, visit flynashville.com. Follow us on Facebook: @NashvilleInternationalAirport, X: @Fly_Nashville, and Instagram: @FlyNashville. Learn more about New Horizon, our growth and expansion plan for the airport, at https://flynashville.com/bna-new-horizon
 

About John C. Tune Airport®  
Located in West Nashville, only eight miles from downtown Nashville, John C. Tune Airport®, also known as JWN®, is the busiest general aviation airport in Tennessee. It serves the needs of regional, corporate, and private aircraft and is a reliever airport for Nashville International Airport® (BNA®). JWN has generated $92 million in economic impact and is owned and managed by the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority. JWN receives no local tax dollars. For more information, visit flynashville.com/nashville-airport-authority/john-c-tune.  
  

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