Kobuk Airport (IATA: OBU, ICAO: PAOB) is a state-owned, public-use airport that serves as the primary transportation lifeline for the remote Inupiat village of Kobuk, Alaska. Located above the Arctic Circle and within the boundaries of the Kobuk Valley National Park, the airport is indispensable for the movement of residents, mail, cargo, and essential supplies, as the community is not connected to the state's road system.
Routes from OBU
3 nonstop destinations · 3 airlines.
Airlines at OBU
3 carriers operate scheduled departures.
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Airport routes
Kobuk Airport (OBU) offers 4 flight routes operated by 3 airlines. Major carriers include Bering Air, Wright Air Service and others. Popular destinations from Kobuk include Shungnak, Ralph Wien Meml, Fairbanks Intl.
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Common questions about OBU
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How many destinations have nonstop flights from OBU?
Kobuk Airport has 4 scheduled routes to 3 destinations in 1 countries, operated by 3 airlines.
Which airlines fly from Kobuk Airport?
3 carriers operate scheduled departures, including Bering Air, Wright Air Service.
Where is Kobuk Airport located?
Kobuk Airport is located in Kobuk, US, at an elevation of 137 ft. Its IATA code is OBU and ICAO code is PAOB.