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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Karluk"
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    "Island Air Service"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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  "city": "Karluk",
  "code": "KYK",
  "connection_tips": "Karluk Airport (KYK) is an absolutely vital aviation lifeline serving the remote Alutiiq community of Karluk on the western coast of Kodiak Island, Alaska. There are absolutely no formal taxi ranks, public bus services, or commercial car rental agencies operating at the airfield. Scheduled commercial flights are primarily operated by Island Air Service, providing essential connections to the regional hub at Kodiak (ADQ). The current airport is slated for relocation to higher ground by 2026 due to severe riverbank erosion, so always confirm the current operational status of the runway with your carrier in Kodiak town.\n\nSituated approximately 2 kilometers from the village center, the airport consists of a single 2,000-foot gravel runway that provides the primary connection for mail, medicine, and essential supplies, as the community is not connected to the Kodiak road network. Instead, most travel within the village\u2014which is situated near the mouth of the world-famous Karluk River\u2014is conducted on foot or via local All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). Because the airport is situated in a region exceptionally prone to sudden, dense fog, high winds, and coastal storm surges, flight schedules are highly fluid and frequently subject to multi-day delays.\n\nGround transportation from this Arctic facility is fundamentally unique and requires meticulous pre-arrangement. It is absolutely vital for visitors to coordinate their arrival with a local host, the school, or the tribal council at least 48 hours in advance to ensure someone is available to assist with luggage and local transport upon landing. Travelers should always maintain a highly flexible schedule and ensure they are dressed in high-quality Arctic gear before landing, as the terminal is a minimalist, unattended shelter with no commercial passenger amenities like cafes or retail shops.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Connect through Kodiak (ADQ) via Island Air Service.",
    "Expect frequent weather delays; carry extra food and gear.",
    "No commercial transport; walk or coordinate with a local host.",
    "Baggage weight is strictly limited on the small Bush planes.",
    "Ideal for remote fishing, but arrange all permits in Kodiak town.",
    "Use waterproof dry bags because luggage may ride on open ATVs or pickup trucks.",
    "Confirm current airport arrangements with your carrier before leaving Kodiak."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "KYK",
  "icao": "PAKY",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 57.565919,
  "layover_planner_info": "Amenities may be basic; plan ahead for food and transport.",
  "longitude": -154.453762,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 90,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 90,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline or airport authorities for missed connection assistance.",
  "name": "Karluk Airport",
  "region": "America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "ADQ",
      "name": "Kodiak Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "AKK",
      "name": "Akhiok Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "KLN",
      "name": "Larsen Bay Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Karluk Airport (KYK), identified by its ICAO code PAKY, is a critical aviation facility serving the remote community of Karluk on the western coast of Kodiak Island, Alaska. The airport features a single 2,000-foot gravel runway and acts as a vital lifeline for the transport of essential goods, mail, and medical supplies, as the village is inaccessible by road. As of 2025, the facility is entering a major relocation and expansion phase, with a new airport site being designed on higher ground to mitigate the severe impacts of the Karluk River's aggressive bank erosion and climate-driven subsidence.\n\nThe terminal facilities at the current Karluk airstrip are minimal and functional, designed for basic Arctic transit. There is no formal passenger terminal building; instead, operations are conducted from a small utilitarian waiting shelter or \"shack\" used for passenger boarding and cargo manifest verification. Travelers will find a complete absence of standard commercial amenities such as retail shops, restaurants, or public restrooms. All flight logistics are managed directly by regional bush pilots and carriers like Island Air Service, and passengers are encouraged to be entirely self-sufficient and prepared for outdoor waiting conditions.\n\nInfrastructure improvements planned for the new 2026\u20132028 relocation project include a longer gravel runway that meets modern FAA safety standards, a new aircraft apron, and a dedicated snow removal equipment building. These upgrades are essential to ensure the community remains connected to the regional hub at Kodiak (ADQ) as the existing runway faces imminent threat from catastrophic ground collapse. Ground transportation to the Karluk village is informal, typically involving private vehicles, providing a quick but weather-dependent link from the airfield to the nearby residential areas during the island's challenging seasonal transitions.",
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}