Hooper Bay Airport (HPB)

Hooper Bay Airport (HPB) is a critical state-owned aviation facility serving the remote coastal community of Hooper Bay in Western Alaska. The airport features a modest, functional terminal building designed to manage the essential flow of mail, supplies, and regional passengers in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. As an unattended facility, the airport provides a basic but vital environment for travelers connecting to regional hubs like Bethel. Inside the terminal area, facilities are extremely limited, reflecting its role as a remote bush airport. The building provides a simple shelter for passengers waiting for their flights, but there are no standard commercial amenities such as retail shops, cafes, or restrooms with running water. Travelers are strongly encouraged to arrange for all food, water, and essential supplies in the village of Hooper Bay before arriving at the airfield. The airport is equipped with a 3,300-foot mixed asphalt and gravel runway (14/32), which is essential for handling the turboprop aircraft that operate in the challenging Alaskan subarctic environment. Navigating the airport is exceptionally straightforward due to its compact and intuitive layout. The facility operates under standard Alaskan regional aviation protocols, with pilot-controlled runway lighting activated via the Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF). Ground transportation to the village center, located approximately two miles to the northeast, is typically conducted via local four-wheelers or snowmachines, depending on the season. The airport serves as a primary lifeline for medical evacuations and the delivery of fresh goods, making it a cornerstone of the community's logistical infrastructure.