Jackson Regional Airport confirms 10,000th passenger, triggering celebration giveaway drawing

Jackson Regional Airport Confirms 10,000th Passenger, Triggering Celebration Giveaway Drawing
Milestone Passenger Boards December 19; Contest Drawing to Follow Christmas Holiday

Jackson, TN — Jackson Regional Airport (MKL), in partnership with Denver Air Connection (DAC), has officially confirmed that the airport’s 10,000th passenger of calendar year 2025 will board on Friday, December 19, 2025, marking a historic milestone for commercial air service in West Tennessee.

Reaching this benchmark will trigger the drawing for the “10,000 Passenger Celebration Giveaway,” in which one eligible participant will receive a full year of free round-trip flights in 2026, awarded as 12 total flight vouchers valid for travel to Chicago O’Hare or Atlanta on Denver Air Connection.

The drawing will take place after the Christmas holidays, and the selected winner will be notified using the contact information provided at entry.

A Historic Year for Air Service in West Tennessee

Surpassing the 10,000-passenger mark represents one of the most successful years in Jackson Regional Airport’s modern history. West Tennessee travelers have embraced Denver Air Connection’s 50-passenger jet service, benefiting from dependable flights to Atlanta and Chicago with convenient one-stop connections nationwide.

Community Support at the Core

“This milestone is a powerful reflection of the trust West Tennessee has placed in our airport and in Denver Air Connection,” said Steve Smith, Executive Director of Jackson Regional Airport. “Reaching 10,000 passengers in a single calendar year is a major achievement, and we’re excited to celebrate it with a giveaway that gives back to the travelers who made it possible.”

Giveaway Overview

• Sponsor: Denver Air Connection
• Prize: 12 round-trip flight vouchers for use during calendar year 2026
• Destinations: Chicago O’Hare or Atlanta
• Milestone: Drawing triggered when the 10,000th DAC/JRA passenger boards in 2025
• Eligibility Period: Began November 15, 2025
• Entry Options: Qualified passenger entries plus a free mail-in method (limit one entry per day per person)
• Winner Selection: Conducted after the Christmas holiday period
• Official Rules: Available at Jackson Regional Airport and at FlyJackson.com/contest

Jackson Regional Airport extends sincere appreciation to the travelers, families, businesses, and community partners across West Tennessee whose continued support has driven this year’s unprecedented growth and positioned the airport for continued expansion.

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