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  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Kobuk"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Bering Air",
    "Wright Air Service",
    "Ryan Air (Charter)",
    "Private / Charter"
  ],
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Kobuk",
  "code": "OBU",
  "connection_tips": "Confirm your domestic bush service schedule in advance, as services are highly dependent on favorable arctic weather and river conditions. Kobuk Airport is a lifeline field, not a place with meaningful backup frequency, so the key connection step is making sure the operator, village contact, and weather window all line up before you leave your previous stop. Ground transportation to the village is best arranged via local community contacts before your journey, and in practice that may mean ATVs, snowmachines, or a person from the village meeting you at the strip rather than a formal taxi stand. Because the terminal is basic and the surrounding community carries the actual services, you should travel self-sufficiently with food, water, medications, and weather-appropriate clothing. If you are carrying cargo or supplies, confirm how they will be handled once they are off the aircraft, since the airport is often part of a broader logistics chain for mail, medical items, and essential goods. Weather can change quickly in the Northwest Arctic Borough, so the most reliable strategy is to keep the schedule flexible and avoid same-day commitments that require an exact arrival minute. In practice, OBU is best used when the flight, pickup, and village plan are already agreed, because the airport exists to connect the community, not to provide large-airport comfort or redundancy.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Be prepared for a very simple and remote Alaskan bush terminal experience.",
    "Verify your flight status early, as schedules are frequently affected by fog and snow.",
    "Ensure you are fully self-sufficient as amenities are limited on-site.",
    "Coordinate your ground transport or community pickup in advance.",
    "Enjoy the spectacular aerial views of the Kobuk River valley and the Brooks Range."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "OBU",
  "icao": "PAOB",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 66.9123,
  "layover_planner_info": "Basic bush terminal with limited amenities. Suitable for immediate transitions; Kobuk village is a short distance away.",
  "longitude": -156.897,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 75,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your flight operator's main office in Kotzebue or Bettles for assistance with any schedule changes.",
  "name": "Kobuk Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "OTZ",
      "name": "Ralph Wien Memorial Airport (Kotzebue)"
    },
    {
      "code": "SHG",
      "name": "Shungnak Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Kobuk Airport (OBU) is a critical air gateway serving the remote Inupiat community of Kobuk on the Kobuk River in Alaska's Northwest Arctic Borough. The terminal is a simple and functional structure that primarily handles scheduled and chartered bush flights from regional hubs like Kotzebue and Bettles, providing a vital lifeline for the local population. it is an essential infrastructure point for the community, especially given the total lack of year-round road access and the challenging arctic environment.\n\nInside the terminal, facilities are basic and primarily used for administrative and technical support for flight crews and arriving passengers. While there are no substantial dedicated airport retail or dining options on-site, travelers can find all necessary services in the nearby village of Kobuk. The airport remains an essential hub for cargo flights, supporting the transport of essential goods, mail, and medical supplies, and provides a base for emergency medical evacuations and regional administrative services for the Northwest Arctic region.\n\nGround transportation from the airport to Kobuk village center is typically managed via local transport, including ATVs, snowmachines, or pre-arranged pickup from local community members. The airport's location near the Brooks Range offers travelers unique views of the surrounding arctic tundra and the rugged river landscapes during arrival and departure. It remains an essential infrastructure point for the connectivity and resilience of the Kobuk community, ensuring that this important cultural and traditional center remains accessible by air year-round.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/PAOB/Kobuk-Airport"
}