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Ghosts, Gargoyles, and Graves: The Spooky Side of Airports

Ghosts, Gargoyles, and Graves: The Spooky Side of Airports

Update: 2025-10-27
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In this special Halloween edition of From the Runway Up, Becky and Caitlin take listeners on a spirited journey through the eerie legends, mysterious artwork, and paranormal tales that haunt the aviation world. From Denver International Airport’s infamous blue Mustang—nicknamed “Blucifer”—to underground tunnels, Freemason rumors, and gargoyle guardians, this episode dives into the fascinating myths that surround one of America’s most talked-about airports.


Guest Stacey Stegman joins to share how Denver International has embraced its reputation for mystery with creativity and humor—turning conspiracy theories into clever marketing moments. The hosts also swap other spooky airport stories, including grave markers on Savannah’s runway, ghostly encounters at McGhee Tyson’s old terminal, and haunted hangars in Kansas.


Whether you’re a skeptic, a believer, or just love a good travel story, this episode will make you see airports in a whole new (and slightly creepier) light.


Stories Covered


  • The eerie legend of Denver International Airport’s blue Mustang, “Blucifer”.


  • Freemason symbols, underground tunnels, and the “New World Airport Commission”.


  • Misunderstood art: murals, mining symbols, and gargoyle sculptures with hidden meaning.


  • How Denver turned conspiracy theories into a clever brand strategy.


  • Grave markers in Savannah’s runway and Atlanta’s cemetery beneath Runway 5.


  • Paranormal activity at New Century Air Center in Kansas.

  • McGhee Tyson Airport’s own ghostly passenger from the 1970s terminal.


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Ghosts, Gargoyles, and Graves: The Spooky Side of Airports

Ghosts, Gargoyles, and Graves: The Spooky Side of Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport, Knoxville TN