For Immediate Release
August 24, 2021
Contact:
Office of Policy and Communications
(678) 920-0857
Hartsfield-Jackson to Implode Former Sheraton Hotel Tower
The 14-story tower will be demolished by implosion
ATLANTA – Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) today announced that the Department of Aviation plans to implode the 14-story tower of the former Sheraton Hotel, located at 1900 Sullivan Road, on Sept. 5 at approximately 7:30 a.m. The ATL Department of Communications and Public Affairs is offering an opportunity for media outlets to capture and document this unique event. A staging area will be made available to members of the media only. The remaining components of the former hotel and conference center will be demolished through more traditional means by November 2021.
WHAT: Sheraton Hotel Implosion
WHEN: Sunday, September 5*
7:30 a.m.
*The exact date and time are subject to change due to weather conditions and final logistical planning.
Media planning to attend must arrive before the 6:30 a.m. street closures. Please RSVP no later than noon Friday, Sept. 3, to media@atl.com if you plan to attend.
WHERE: Sheraton Hotel Complex
1900 Sullivan Road
Atlanta, GA 30337
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL) is one of the world’s busiest and most efficient airports. Owned and operated by the City of Atlanta, ATL provides nonstop service to 150 U.S. destinations and 70 international locations in more than 50 countries. ATL was the first airport in history to serve more than 100 million passengers in a calendar year and continues to top passenger totals worldwide. Hartsfield-Jackson has pivoted to focus on implementing heightened safety protocols while maintaining efficiency and financial stability in response to the current pandemic. The Airport typically boasts a direct economic impact of $51.5 billion in metro Atlanta and a total direct economic impact of $82 billion across the Southeast. A frequent recipient of awards of excellence, ATL is recognized for its leadership in concessions, operations, sustainability, architectural engineering, and construction. For more information, visit www.atl.com.
