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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Klawock"
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    "American Airlines"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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  "connection_tips": "Klawock Airport (KLW) is a vital regional aviation hub serving as the only paved runway on Prince of Wales Island, Alaska\u2019s third-largest island. For travelers, the most critical connection tip is understanding its status as the primary lifeline for the island\u2019s timber and commercial fishing sectors; the airport famously serves the community home to Alaska\u2019s largest employee-owned sawmill. Commercial service is robustly provided by Island Air Service and Alaska Seaplanes, typically connecting Klawock to the regional hubs of Ketchikan (KTN) and Sitka (SIT). These flights utilize small propeller aircraft and are exceptionally sensitive to the unpredictable Inside Passage weather; coastal fog and heavy precipitation frequently lead to sudden flight cancellations.\n\nConsequently, travelers should build significant flexibility into their itineraries and monitor weather patterns via the FAA's weather cameras. The airfield features a well-maintained 5,000-foot asphalt runway (02/20) situated at an elevation of 84 feet. The 'terminal' infrastructure is minimalist, offering a basic single-room shelter for passenger processing; there are no retail or dining options on-site, so visitors should source all supplies in the towns of Klawock or Craig before arrival. Ground transportation into central Klawock\u2014located just 2 miles away\u2014is informal and typically relies on local taxis or pre-arranged lodge shuttles.\n\nIt is essential to adhere to strict luggage weight limits, as regional carriers must carefully manage aircraft performance. Arriving at the terminal at least 60 to 90 minutes before your departure is recommended to navigate the manual check-in process. KLW remains an indispensable node in southeastern Alaska\u2019s rural transportation network.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check latest schedules when connecting through Klawock Airport.",
    "Arrive 60-90 minutes before departure for manual check-in and security processes.",
    "Arrange ground transport in advance; taxis or shuttles are not typically available on demand.",
    "Adhere to strict luggage weight limits for small aircraft carrying passengers and cargo.",
    "Be prepared for frequent flight delays due to unpredictable Inside Passage weather."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "KLW",
  "icao": "PAKW",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 55.579201,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": -133.076004,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline service desk for missed connections.",
  "name": "Klawock Airport",
  "region": "America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "ATL",
      "name": "Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International"
    },
    {
      "code": "PSG",
      "name": "Petersburg James A Johnson Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "WRG",
      "name": "Wrangell Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Klawock Airport (KLW), designated PAKW, operates as the only airport runway on Prince of Wales Island, Alaska, serving as a vital transportation hub for the remote island community of Klawock and surrounding areas. Located two nautical miles northeast of Klawock's central business district at coordinates 55.5792\u00b0N, 133.076\u00b0W, this state-owned public facility provides essential connectivity for Alaska's third-largest island where overland transportation options remain limited. The airport holds the distinction of serving the community that hosts the largest employee-owned sawmill in Alaska, reflecting the important role this facility plays in supporting the region's timber industry, commercial fishing operations, and isolated rural communities throughout southeastern Alaska's Inside Passage.\n\nThe airport operates with a single asphalt runway designated 2/20, measuring 5,000 feet in length by 100 feet in width, providing adequate capacity for the regional aircraft that serve as primary transportation links throughout Alaska's southeastern archipelago. The runway's substantial length enables operations by various aircraft types including turboprops and small jets that connect Prince of Wales Island to larger regional hubs, while the asphalt surface construction provides durability essential for year-round operations in Alaska's challenging maritime climate. Operations must contend with southeastern Alaska's frequent precipitation, coastal fog, and strong wind patterns that demand careful flight planning and operational flexibility throughout the region's complex topography.\n\nTerminal facilities emphasize functional efficiency appropriate for a remote regional facility, featuring a compact passenger terminal building that houses all essential services within comfortable walking distances. The terminal's straightforward design eliminates complexity typical of larger airports, with all key zones including check-in, waiting areas, and passenger processing located within one common space that provides intuitive navigation for travelers. The facility operates without extensive commercial amenities, instead focusing resources on essential passenger services and aircraft operations support necessary for reliable transportation in this geographically isolated location where aviation represents the primary connection to outside services and supplies.\n\nGround transportation operates via local taxi services and private transfers covering the brief 5-10 minute journey from Klawock city center to the airport, while the facility serves as a crucial link in southeastern Alaska's aviation network. Island Air Express provides regular scheduled services to Ketchikan and other regional destinations, implementing cashless payment systems beginning January 1, 2024, accepting only credit or debit cards for all transactions. The airport's strategic importance extends beyond passenger transportation to supporting essential services including medical evacuations, supply deliveries, and maintaining connectivity for Prince of Wales Island's scattered communities that depend on reliable aviation links for access to healthcare, government services, and economic opportunities throughout southeastern Alaska's vast and challenging maritime environment.",
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