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  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Eek"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Yute Commuter Service",
    "Grant Aviation",
    "Ryan Air (Alaska)"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Eek",
  "code": "EEK",
  "connection_tips": "Eek Airport (EEK) is a critical 'lifeline' aviation facility serving the remote Yup'ik village of Eek in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta of Alaska. For travelers connecting through EEK, the most important tip is to understand that air travel is the only year-round connection to the outside world. The airport is primarily served by regional carriers like Grant Aviation and Ryan Air, linking the village to the major hub of Bethel (BET). A vital connection tip is the extreme sensitivity to sub-Arctic weather; the 3,243-foot gravel runway can become soft and unusable during heavy rain or the spring thaw, and dense coastal fog frequently grounds flights for several days. Always build at least two 'buffer days' into your return itinerary to Bethel.\n\nGround transportation in Eek is characterize by its rustic nature; there are no taxis, rental cars, or public buses. The village is small enough that most local movement is done on foot along an extensive system of elevated wooden boardwalks. For heavier luggage or longer distances, residents typically use ATVs (four-wheelers) in the summer or snowmobiles in the winter. You should pre-arrange a pickup with your host or a local resident well in advance.\n\nThe terminal features a basic heated waiting area but no commercial amenities like cafes or restrooms. It is mandatory to be completely self-sufficient, carrying your own food, water, and essential medical supplies. Packing should be restricted to soft-sided, durable bags suitable for small aircraft cargo pods. For those visiting for research or cultural exchange, EEK provides an essential entry point that requires meticulous logistical preparation and a deep respect for the village customs.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "TSA PreCheck can save 15+ minutes at this airport.",
    "Ground transport: Bus service to city center center available.",
    "Caf\u00e9 available for refreshments at this airport.",
    "Security is usually quick, but allow extra time during peak departures.",
    "Check flight status before heading to airport at this airport."
  ],
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    "recent_reviews": [],
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  "iataCode": "EEK",
  "icao": "PAEE",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 60.21367264,
  "layover_planner_info": "Basic wilderness airstrip with minimal shelter; all logistics must be arranged via local Eek village contacts.",
  "longitude": -162.0438843,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your airline's main office in Bethel for assistance with rebooking and regional transport alternatives.",
  "name": "Eek Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "BET",
      "name": "Bethel Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "KWN",
      "name": "Quinhagak Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "WTL",
      "name": "Tuntutuliak Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Eek Airport (EEK) is a state-owned public-use airstrip serving the remote village of Eek in the Bethel Census Area of Alaska. Located along the Eek River, approximately 45 miles south of Bethel, the facility features a single 3,243-foot gravel runway. It acts as the primary lifeline for the predominantly Yup'ik Alaska Native community, providing the only reliable year-round transportation for passengers, mail, and essential freight in a region without a road network.\n\nThe terminal infrastructure at Eek is minimal and characteristic of remote bush airfields in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. It consists of a small, single-room building that serves as both a passenger waiting area and a cargo processing hub for regional carriers. There are no commercial shops, cafes, or restrooms dedicated solely to the airport; travelers should expect a basic, unstaffed environment. Most passenger processing is handled manually by the pilots or local village agents upon the aircraft's arrival. The airfield operates during daylight hours only and is equipped with basic pilot-controlled lighting for twilight operations.\n\nScheduled air services are provided by regional operators such as Yute Commuter Service, Grant Aviation, and Ryan Air, connecting Eek with the regional hub of Bethel (BET). These flights are often operated using Cessna 207 or Grand Caravan aircraft, which are well-suited for the gravel runway. Ground transportation in Eek is primarily by ATV, snowmobile (in winter), or on foot along the village's extensive system of wooden boardwalks. Due to the airport's location in a low-lying coastal tundra area, flight operations are highly sensitive to weather conditions, including heavy fog and river freeze-up, and travelers are advised to maintain constant communication with their air carrier for real-time status updates.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eek_Airport"
}