Galbraith Lake Airport (GBH)

Galbraith Lake, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

PAGB

IATA

GBH

Elevation

2663 ft

Region

US-AK

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Airport Information

GPS Code: PAGB

Local Code: GBH

Location: 68.479698° N, -149.490005° E

Continent: North America

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Galbraith Lake Airport (PAGB/GBH) primarily serves as a state-owned, public-use general aviation airport in a remote region of Alaska, crucial for transporting personnel and supplies to remote oil fields. Unlike commercial hubs, it lacks the typical amenities and traveler-centric services, resulting in an absence of traditional passenger reviews detailing sentiment, terminal facilities, or security experiences. The overall "traveler sentiment," if inferred, leans towards a functional, no-frills operational outpost rather than a passenger-friendly destination.

What Travelers Love (Inferred Operational Strengths):

  • Essential Access: Serves as a vital link for accessing remote oil fields and the surrounding wilderness, including the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
  • Gravel Runway: Features a 5,182-foot gravel runway, accommodating general aviation and air taxi services in a challenging environment.
  • Support for Private Charters: Frequently used for private jet and air taxi charters, indicating its utility for specialized travel needs.

Common Complaints (Absence of Typical Passenger Amenities):

  • Lack of Terminal Facilities: Information suggests a complete absence of typical terminal facilities, amenities, and services found at commercial airports.
  • No Security or Customs: As a general aviation airport, there are no traditional security checkpoints or customs/immigration services for passengers to experience.
  • Limited Ground Transportation and Parking: Direct information on airport-specific parking is scarce, with external services focusing on comparing off-site rates, implying a lack of dedicated on-site options. Transportation primarily relies on air charter services, with limited ground connections given its remote location.

Galbraith Lake Airport functions as a critical logistical point in remote Alaska, catering to specific operational needs rather than general passenger travel. Consequently, it offers minimal to no passenger facilities or services, and there are no public traveler reviews available that would detail typical airport experiences like security wait times or amenities.

Last updated: 61 days ago
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Designation Length Width Surface Status
13/31 5182 ft 150 ft GRVL-G Active

Type Description Frequency

Ident Name Type Frequency
GBH Galbraith Lake NDB 417 kHz

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