Sheep Mountain Airport (SMU)

Sheep Mountain, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

PASP

IATA

SMU

Elevation

2750 ft

Region

US-AK

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Airport Information

GPS Code: PASP

Local Code: SMU

Location: 61.812° N, -147.507004° E

Continent: North America

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Traveler reviews and experiences at Sheep Mountain Airport (PASP (SMU)) indicate that it is a highly undeveloped and unattended facility, primarily serving as a landing strip rather than a conventional passenger airport. There is no widespread traveler sentiment or satisfaction reported for the airport itself, as it lacks typical commercial airport operations and amenities. Most positive experiences are associated with the nearby Sheep Mountain Lodge and its associated activities.

What Travelers Love
  • Access to Scenic Tours: The airport serves as a departure point for helicopter sightseeing tours, offering access to spectacular mountain views of the Matanuska Glacier and surrounding Alaskan wilderness.
  • Gateway to Sheep Mountain Lodge: Travelers appreciate the close proximity and access to Sheep Mountain Lodge, known for its "old-fashioned Alaskan hospitality," "modern handcrafted cabins," and "delicious home cooked meals". The lodge also offers various outdoor recreational activities.
Common Complaints
  • Poor Runway Condition: The runway is in poor condition, described as "gravel, natural soil," "overgrown with 3 Ft Weeds and Brush," and containing "LRG LOOSE ROCK". It is recommended for "EMERG USE ONLY".
  • Lack of Facilities and Services: Sheep Mountain Airport is unattended, and "no services are available at this airport," meaning there are no terminal buildings, amenities, or maintenance.
  • Operational Hazards: Travelers should be aware of a "damaged and may be unreliable" wind sock, the potential for "Vehicles May be on Ry" (runway), "No State Maintenance Performed on Ry," and "Ry Subject to Turbulent Winds".
  • No Customs or Immigration: The airport is not an "Airport of Entry" and customs services are not available.

In summary, Sheep Mountain Airport (PASP (SMU)) is a very basic, unattended airstrip with significant operational challenges due to its poor runway condition and lack of services. Its primary value to travelers lies in its role as an access point for the popular Sheep Mountain Lodge and for engaging in scenic air tours of the Alaskan wilderness. Travelers should be prepared for a rudimentary airport experience focused solely on flight operations rather than passenger amenities.

Last updated: 66 days ago

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