UT Martin Skyhawks arrive at Barkley Regional Airport on charter flight

FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — Barkley Regional Airport welcomed the University of Tennessee at Martin Skyhawks football team on another charter flight Friday.

The airport shared photos of the team’s arrival on social media, highlighting its role in accommodating travel for visiting college athletic programs.

“There’s nothing quite like seeing our ramp filled with team spirit!” airport officials wrote. “We love being part of these special travel days and helping visiting teams get where they need to go.”

Unlike regularly scheduled commercial flights, charter flights are privately arranged to transport groups, including college sports teams.

Airport officials thanked the Skyhawks for traveling through Barkley Regional Airport and wished the team safe travels and a successful season.

The airport did not specify the team’s destination or the number of passengers aboard the flight.