TennesseeAviation & Car Culture

Tennessee is home to the world's busiest cargo airport, a museum full of the strangest cars ever built, and the half-mile Bristol bullring. The Tail of the Dragon and Cherohala Skyway draw drivers from around the world.

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Tennessee aviation

  • FedEx World Hub, MemphisOne of the busiest cargo airports in the world, buzzing all night.
  • Beechcraft Heritage Museum, TullahomaStaggerwings, Bonanzas, and more from the Beechcraft line.
  • Tennessee Museum of Aviation, SeviervilleFlying warbirds near the Smoky Mountains.
  • Arnold Engineering Development Complex, TullahomaWind tunnels that have tested nearly every modern U.S. military aircraft.

Tennessee car culture

  • Lane Motor Museum, NashvilleThe largest European car collection in the U.S., full of oddities.
  • Bristol Motor SpeedwayThe Last Great Colosseum, a steep half-mile bullring.
  • Nashville Superspeedway, LebanonA concrete oval that hosts NASCAR weekends.

Best drives in Tennessee

Tail of the DragonU.S. 129 at Deals Gap, with 318 curves in 11 miles.
Cherohala SkywayA high, sweeping road across the Unicoi Mountains into North Carolina.
Good to know

Tennessee FAQ

Where can I see vintage and military aircraft in Tennessee?
Start with FedEx World Hub, Beechcraft Heritage Museum, and Tennessee Museum of Aviation. One of the busiest cargo airports in the world, buzzing all night.
Where are the best car events and race tracks in Tennessee?
Car people in Tennessee head to Lane Motor Museum, Bristol Motor Speedway, and Nashville Superspeedway. The largest European car collection in the U.S., full of oddities.
What are the best scenic drives in Tennessee?
Tail of the Dragon and Cherohala Skyway are two of the most popular. U.S. 129 at Deals Gap, with 318 curves in 11 miles.
Does Prop & Piston ship to Tennessee?
Yes. Orders ship in 1-2 business days and typically arrive in 4-7 business days anywhere in Tennessee.

Neighboring states

Event schedules, hours, and access change. Check with each venue before you go.