Travel Within Alaska: By Plane
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A fisherman and his pilot board a plane at sunrise
In a state defined by its vast size, airplanes are usually the fastest, most
efficient way to get between communities in Alaska. For many towns, planes are
the only way to get there!
Air is the best option for reaching remote Alaska Native communities,
particularly those in the Far North, as well as some coastal communities. Jet
service is available from Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau and Ketchikan to the
following communities:
- Adak
- Barrow
- Bethel
- Cordova
- Dillingham
- Dutch Harbor
- Glacier Bay / Gustavus
- King Salmon
- Kodiak
- Kotzebue
- Nome
- Petersburg
- Sitka
- Wrangell
- Yakutat
“Bush planes” offer access to hundreds of small villages in remote reaches of
the state. Many of these communities do not have visitor infrastructure,
though. A good way to see these areas is to visit on a day trip. Many companies
offer flightseeing trips with short stops in Alaska Native villages. Some even
offer the chance to go on the “mail run,” delivering mail and packages to
remote locations with seasoned Bush pilots.
In fact, flightseeing is one of the most popular day trips in Alaska. You can
also go flightseeing by helicopter. Helicopter tours often feature landings on
mountaintops or glaciers, and many incorporate hiking, dog mushing or other
adventurous activities.
Refine Plane Travel by type or region!
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Copper Valley Air Service
www.coppervalleyair.com
PO Box 234
Glennallen,
AK
99588
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Phone:
(907) 822-4200
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Toll Free:
(866) 570-4200
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Wrangell Mountain Air
www.wrangellmountainair.com
See the best of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. Scheduled flights and day tours to Kennicott including guided glacier hikes or Town Tour. World class glacier flightseeing with individual passenger headsets. Fly-in wilderness backpacking, basecamping, rafting and day hikes. Brochure.
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Phone:
(907) 554-4411
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Toll Free:
800-478-1160
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Era Aviation, Inc.
www.flyera.com
6160 Carl Brady Drive
Anchorage,
AK
99502
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Fax:
(907) 266-8391
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Toll Free:
(800) 866-8394
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Ace Cargo & Passenger Charter Service
www.aceaircargo.com
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Phone:
(907) 334-5100
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Toll Free:
888-722-0232
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Medallion Foundation, Inc.
www.medallionfoundation.org
Are you choosing an airline that puts safety 1st? U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens says, "If they're not in the Medallion program, then don't get on the aircraft." The Medallion Foundation was developed to reduce aviation accidents in Alaska by fostering a new safety culture and by promoting higher safety standards. Check it out to see if the airline you are flying on is participating in the program.
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L.A.B. Flying Service, Inc.
www.labflying.com
PO Box 272
Haines,
AK
99827
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Phone:
(907) 789-9160
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Fax:
(907) 790-2165
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Wings of Alaska
www.wingsofalaska.com
8421 Livingston Way
Juneau,
AK
99801-8098
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Phone:
(907) 789-0790
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Fax:
(907) 789-2021
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Ace Cargo & Passenger Charter Service
www.aceaircargo.com
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Phone:
(907) 334-5100
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Toll Free:
888-722-0232
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Katmai Air
www.katmaiair.com
Air service to Katmai National Park, Brooks campground and surrounding area. Bear viewing, flightseeing and float plane charters for camping, hunting and sportfishing. Seasonal service May 15-Oct. 15. Credit cards accepted.
Dept. VP, 4125 Aircraft Dr.
Anchorage,
AK
99502
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Phone:
(907) 243-5448
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Toll Free:
800-544-0551
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Branch River Air Service
www.branchriverair.com
Best In the Bush float plane service in Southwest Alaska's Bristol Bay and Alaska Peninsula. Bear viewing, flightseeing, fly-out fishing. River rafting, fishing, lodging, charters. Hunting for moose and caribou.
PO Box 545
King Salmon,
AK
99613
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Phone:
(907) 246-3437
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Fax:
(907) 248-3837
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