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Tenakee Seaplane Base

Welcome to Tenakee Seaplane Base! Located in the small city of Tenakee Springs on Chichagof Island, Alaska, this little place is an airport. It is a public-use seaplane base and provides a means of travel you cannot find just anywhere. The airport links travelers with the magnificent scenery of Alaska. So, it benefits from the Essential Air Service program to keep them flying. While small, with approximately 657 enplanements in 2012, it carries a great importance to the local community. Tenakee Seaplane Base is your launchpad to the majestic Alaskan wilderness, whether you're coming for a thrill or with your feet up!

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Welcome to Tenakee Seaplane Base! This airport is based in Tenakee Springs, Alaska. This is a public-use Norwegian state seaplane base. That is, scheduled airline services can be found here (thank you Essential Air Service!). There were 657 passenger boardings in 2012 at the airport. This stat illustrates it is a general aviation airport. Boardings at the airport were 639 in 2008, 617 in 2009 and 645 last year. Alaska Tenakee Seaplane Base provides an exciting travel experience through the incredible scenery of Alaska. Enjoy your journey!

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Basic information about airport

Airport code: TKE
Type: seaplane
Continent: NA
Country code: US
Country: United
City Tenakee
IATA: TKE
Longitude: -135.21800231934
Latitude: 57.77970123291

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Tenakee Seaplane Base, Your Key to the Alaskan Wild

Introduction

Located in the heart of beautiful Chichagof Island, Tenakee Seaplane Base (IATA: TKE) serves as a critical lifeline for the isolated community of Tenakee Springs. It serves as a critical portal to the world outside, connecting Alaskans and tourists alike with the state's wider aviation infrastructure.

Airlines and Destinations

Now, the Tenakee Seaplane Base is served by two destinations with scheduled airline service: Juneau Airport (JNU) and Angoon/Petersburg, AK. The Essential Air Service program subsidizes these routes, allowing the people of local communities access to dependable and low-cost air travel.

Passengers and Flight Volume

Primary Sign is part of the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011-2015, which categorized it as a general aviation airport based on enplanements in 2008 (the commercial service category requires at least 2,500 per year). Updated federal data from 2008 showed more than 600 were using the airport - 639 enplanements in 08, up to that number and dropping down back into the high 600s, extremely close to falling below 600 a year later (617) and now above 600 again.

How to Get Here

The Tenakee Seaplane Base can only be accessed by air or water. Seaplanes and floatplanes are the main form of transport to/from here, these can be caught from local airports such as Juneau International Airport (JNU) or Angoon Seaplane Base (AGN).

Parking

There is no parking lot at Tenakee, since it is a seaplane base. Those traveling by air will disembark directly from their aircraft, and boaters can take advantage of the nearby docks and moorings.

Transportation Prices

Prices for transportation to and from the Tenakee Seaplane Base will vary based on the airline you choose, how far in advance you book your mode of transport: 30-minute flight - $100 out-of-pocket increase. Flights tend to be more expensive when purchased same-day, rush pricing may apply. The table above by Travel archives displays information available from previous years referenced via multiple creative commons sources. Last Updated on January 28th; Please verify that prices are up-to-date before planning travel. Please check with an operator for the latest updated rates and prices.

Terminal Layout

Tenakee Seaplane Base is a tiny facility, featuring only one terminal building to handle all departing and arriving operations. The terminal offers travelers basic services and waiting zones.

Navigate the Airport

Since this is a small facility, you should have no difficulties in reaching the seaplane docks once inside the terminal.

Getting Between Terminals

Who knew an airport could be this simple - it serves only one terminal, the Tenakee Seaplane Base requires no shuttle between terminals. There are no passenger terminals at this aerodrome, as riders go from the terminal building directly to their seaplane or floatplane.

Services and Amenities

Located in a very remote area, the Tenakee Seaplane Base has limited resources for tourists. The amenity service level extends to the provision of basic facilities (such as a waiting room and washrooms, but no other facilities or services).

Restaurants and Shops

There are no services in the Tenakee Seaplane Base except for a power line point, which provides a snack and coffee board walk with a view on the dock out front of the cabin. Dining and shopping for visitors are in the small town of Tenakee Springs.

Security and Customs

Tenakee Seaplane Base - There are no security or customs checkpoints at this small domestic airport. When arriving at or departing the facility, travelers will not be subjected to long screening and customs procedures.

Accessibility

The facility at Tenakee Seaplane Base is ADA compliant, and restrooms on site have accessible pathways to the terminal building.

Travel Tips

The Tenakee Seaplane Base: If you plan on visiting the bakery, make sure to wear rubber boots and be aware of its remote location with spotty service. Flights, which get booked far in advance given cumbersome weather conditions and handful of lodging options, mean one must be prepared for potential cancellations due to adverse flying conditions.