Wiley Post Will Rogers Memorial Airport (BRW)

Wiley Post–Will Rogers Memorial Airport (BRW) serves the remote community of Utqiaġvik (formerly Barrow), Alaska. Unlike typical airports, it does not have a public airport-owned terminal. Instead, Alaska Airlines operates from a dedicated two-story facility (built in 1998) which handles the majority of commercial traffic. This compact 10,000 sq. ft. terminal includes ticket counters, self-service kiosks, a TSA security checkpoint, a waiting lounge, restrooms, and a baggage claim area. A smaller, separate terminal facility exists for seasonal charter operations. Amenities are sparse, reflecting the airport's utilitarian nature. There are no dining options or retail shops inside the terminal. Seating is available in the waiting lounge, often described as cozy and communal. Travelers should bring their own food and entertainment. Security screening is mandatory for commercial flights and is conducted by the TSA within the Alaska Airlines terminal building. Due to the airport's location in the High Arctic, flight operations can be affected by weather, so passengers are advised to check flight status frequently.