norfolk airport adds daily flights to Tennessee cities.(Business)

From: The Virginian Pilot | Date: May 7, 2008 | Copyright information

Byline: TOM HOLDEN

By Tom Holden

The Virginian-Pilot

Two airlines serving Norfolk International Airport are offering new, nonstop flights to Tennessee, bucking a recent industry trend of trimming service to save on fuel costs.

Starting Saturday, Southwest Airlines will offer a daily nonstop flight to Nashville , departing at 6:50 a.m. and arriving at 7:50 a.m.

The inbound flight from Nashville will depart at 3:50 p.m. and arr...

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