Chuathbaluk Airport (CHU)

Chuathbaluk, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

9A3

IATA

CHU

Elevation

244 ft

Region

US-AK

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: PACH

Local Code: 9A3

Location: 61.579102° N, -159.216003° E

Continent: NA

Type: Small Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Traveler reviews and detailed experiences for Chuathbaluk Airport (9A3 (CHU)) are extremely limited, reflecting its role as a small, public-use airport serving a remote Alaskan community. Overall traveler sentiment and satisfaction cannot be directly assessed from available information, as there are no traditional traveler review platforms covering this facility. The airport primarily serves essential transportation needs for the village.

What Travelers Love

Vital Transportation Link: Chuathbaluk Airport acts as a crucial connection for the community, facilitating passenger travel to regional hubs and supporting mail and emergency services in an "Off-Road" location not connected to the national highway system.
Operational Lighting: Pilots can activate runway and beacon lights via the Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF), which is beneficial for operations during darker hours.

Common Complaints

Lack of Facilities and Amenities: The airport is unattended and lacks conventional terminal facilities, restrooms, shops, or restaurants.
Runway Conditions: The gravel/dirt runway is noted to have frost heaves and sinkholes at the ends and ramp, and its condition is largely unmaintained, with visual inspection recommended before use.
Security and Customs: As a small, local airport, there are no indications of formal TSA security checkpoints or customs/immigration services.
Limited Ground Transportation and Parking: Being an "Off-Road" airport, there is no road access, implying a lack of traditional ground transportation services or designated auto parking.
Cold Temperature Operations: The airport is designated as a Cold Temperature Airport, requiring altitude correction at or below -31°C, which pilots must consider for safe operations.

In summary, Chuathbaluk Airport is a basic, essential airstrip providing critical air access to a remote Alaskan village. While it serves a vital role, travelers should expect minimal to no amenities or services and be aware of potential runway conditions due to its remote and unmaintained nature.

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Airport Routes

Top Routes (by observations)

Crooked Creek (CKD) 1
Aniak (ANI) 1

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Popular Flight Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Chuathbaluk Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Xinjiang Skylink General Aviation `KGA`	1	3	1	Nov 3, 2025
Ryan Air Service `RYA` / `7S`	1	2	1	Jul 18, 2025

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`9/27`	3401 ft	60 ft	GRVL-E	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

There are no commercial taxi services in Chuathbaluk. The airport is adjacent to the village, and most locations are within a short walking distance. Transportation within the community is typically by foot, ATV, or snowmachine (seasonally).

Rental Cars

No car rental agencies operate at Chuathbaluk Airport or in the village. Chuathbaluk is a remote community not connected to the state road system, so rental cars are not available.

Public Transportation

There is no public transportation system, such as buses or trains, in Chuathbaluk. The primary means of travel to and from the village is by air.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.