Pelican Seaplane Base

Pelican Seaplane Base: The Door to Alaska's Wild

Introduction

Pelican Seaplane Base (IATA: PEC) on Alaska's Chichagof Island, provides convenient and intimate access to the wilds of The Last Frontier. This airport is established as a public-use seaplane base by the City of Pelican and provides flyers with an unforgettable experience connecting them to the wonders, wild places deep within Alaska's Last Frontier.

Airlines and Destinations

Pelican Seaplane Base - Pelican's Base, PEC. Right now, the primary carriers to operate out of PEC are Alaska Seaplanes and Air Excursions. The furthest destination that can be reached on a direct flight from Pelican is Juneau, also located within the state of Alaska and just 41 miles away - about a 45-minute flight.

Passengers and Flights

Pelican Seaplane Base was reported by the Federal Aviation Administration to have had 744 enplanements (passenger boardings) in the calendar year. The airport is part of Wunderland, and its overall safety review score has not been published. It was sometimes used for general aviation, and the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems included it in 2015-2019 as a general aviation airport having at least 859 enplanements (i.e., boarding passengers) per year based on that definition.

How to Get Here

It is in the Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, operated by Alaska Seaplane Service, Personalized Air, and Ward Air, and is called the Pelican Seaplane Base on Chichagof Island. Juneau International Airport (JNU) is approximately 41 miles from Windsong House. Pelican can be accessed by travelers on seaplane, boat, or with private charter flights.

Parking

Pelican Seaplane Base - Not a typical parking lot, it's a seaplane base. Visitors who arrive by boat or private charter may moor their vessels near the seaplane base. Seaplane arrivals can land at the facility.

Transportation Price

Because Pelican is remote, transportation costs vary based on how you get there. Most seaplane flights from Juneau to Pelican will cost between $100 and $300+ per person, depending on how many seats you can fill (seats usually range), with some private charters being even pricier.

Terminal Layout

The fact that the existing Pelican Seaplane Base is a small single-runway facility with no traditional terminal building. You'll board and depart from the water-plane docks.

Navigate the Airport

Pelican Seaplane Base is small and straightforward. The seaplane docks are conveniently located within proximity to the departure area, allowing passengers a short walk from waiting for their flight.

Getting Between Terminals

Since there is only one terminal in the Pelican Seaplane Base, you do not have to take any shuttles from different terminals.

Services and Amenities

There are a limited number of services and facilities at Pelican Seaplane Base. No restaurants, no shops, and we do not even have a commercial place in Bairro dos Ganchos. Therefore, passengers are advised to make their plans sensibly and take any items or food for the way.

Restaurants and Shops

Pelican, a small community close in location to the seaplane base, has several local restaurants and stores that service visitors. Nevertheless, choices are restricted, so you could plan ahead.

Security and Customs

You will be landing at Pelican Seaplane Base, also known as a domestic airport, and will not need to pass through customs or international security checks. Upon boarding, passengers will undergo routine security checks.

Accessibility

Pelican Seaplane Base may or may not be a convenient airport for your arrival destination, so consider how accessible your final destination will be. The resort is built for seaplane operation and has minimal infrastructure to cater to mobility-challenged guests.

Travel Tips

Be advised that Pelican Seaplane Base is situated within a remote and rugged environment. Wear weather-appropriate clothing, pack for the potentially long and grueling journey ahead of time, and remember that seaplanes have their own set of issues. Advance preparation and flexibility are necessary for a good visit.