No Hayes name for airport
2008-08-20 17:20
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Memphis, Tennessee - Officials of Memphis International Airport say they probably won't change the airport's name to honour the late singer Isaac Hayes.
During a memorial service for Hayes on Monday, US Congressman Steve Cohen publicly suggested changing the name of the airport.
Airport board chair Arnold Perl told The Commercial Appeal newspaper that Memphis is one of the most respected and recognised brands in the world.
Perl said Hayes was a great ambassador for Memphis, but the current airport name best serves the city's needs.
Hayes died on August 10 of an apparent stroke at age 65.
Cohen said on Tuesday he was drafting a letter to the Airport Authority formally making the suggestion to change the airport name.
- AP