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Introduction
Hayfork is in a small, somewhat remote valley nestled in the Northern California Coastal Range. This unpretentious airport in the Alaskan backcountry is the lifeline for an isolated town just two miles southwest of its downtown core with charter flights to hubs like Bethel and Aniak.
Airlines and Destinations
Nyac Airport has no scheduled commercial flights. Rather, it relies on chartered air services to provide the town with access to the wider transportation network. Travelers can fly on a commercial airline to Bethel or Aniak, the nearest airports handling larger planes.
Passenger Arrivals and Flights
Because of its small population and remote location, air traffic at Nyac Airport is relatively meager. Publicly released passenger numbers or flight data were not given, but the airport largely serves local traffic as well as guests to the adjacent Kilbuck Mountains district.
How to Get Here
The only way in and out of town is by air, as it isn't connected to the road system, but you can charter a plane from seats between cheaper than normal tickets. See Dansai Airlines Incorporated for locations and prices. This often inaccessible airport can only be approached with chartered flights from Bethel or Aniak, which are approximately 60 miles away. Usually conducted in small private airplanes, they can be scheduled through local air charter firms.
Parking
There is no parking available at Nyac Airport. Limited parking can be found in the nearby town of Nyac, if you are visiting by car via an access road. We recommend that you liaise with your air charter provider or local contacts to secure the best parking option.
Transportation Prices
Charter flights to and from Nyac Airport may have quite a bit of range depending on the operator, size of the aircraft, and number of passengers. The cost can be steeper than commercial flights because the destination is situated in a remote area, and they provide specialized services only. Flights to and from Nyac are notoriously pricey, so anyone heading that way should be prepared for sticker shock in the airfare department.
Terminal Layout
This village is served by Nyac Airport (NYE), a basic single-runway facility that lacks terminal infrastructure. The airport has a rudimentary passenger waiting room and an adjoining small building for the essential operational facilities. However, there will be no individual terminals or concourses, as the airport is intended to handle a comparatively small amount of passengers at one time.
Navigate the Airport
Despite the small size and simple layout of Nyac Airport, getting around can be confusing. Guests can walk from the parking area to the guest seating, and then onto their private airplane. Airline staff at the airports, if available, or follow directions from signage.
Getting Between Terminals
Nyac Airport is home to the only terminal. You will not need to change terminals or concourses. With a twist, passengers will transition from parking to the waiting room and then directly onto their plane.
Services and Amenities
Nyac Airport is a small rural community transportation facility in Nyack, Alaska with limited services (non-control tower). There may be seating available in the passenger waiting area, however there are no restaurants or shops on-site. Visitors should prepare and bring supplies or refreshments when needed.
Restaurants and Shops
Indeed, Nyac Airport also features no restaurants or stores of its own. There are no proper accommodations or amenities in this area, so visitors will have to explore the town of Nyac for dining and shopping possibilities, though the total amount may be limited due to its remoteness.
Security and Customs
Nyac Airport operates with a very low level of security and customs procedures as it serves an underserved, rural community. Passengers could go through a more simplified (and less obtrusive) screening process, but passengers should be prepared to comply with any rules and guidelines as if it were full TSA.
Accessibility
Nyac Airport is quite small with basic services, but it may present some difficulties to passengers travelling with a disability or mobility device. The terminal lacks dedicated accessibility features, and will require coordination between passengers, their air charter provider, or local contacts to ensure necessary services.
Travel Tips
- Charter flights should be booked in advance as they may not have too many options.
- Be a minimalist. Wear a fanny pack (nothing valuable) and have essentials in carry-on since there is nowhere to go/buy anything here except the check-in counter.
- Arrange your transportation and parking with the air charter provider or through local contacts.
- Expect a limited experience at the airport itself, given that Nyac Airport is designed to support a small town in remote Alaska.
- Take more time to complete the travel process, as airport access will be harder.
Travelers who remember these points will have nothing but a (probably wet) and fantastic landing in the remote Nyac area, nestled between the rugged Kilbuck Mountains.