Edward G. Pitka Sr Airport

Edward G. Pitka Sr Airport is a public-use airport located in Galena, a small community in interior Alaska along the Yukon River. The airport serves as a critical lifeline for this remote region, providing essential air access for passengers and cargo where no road connections exist. The airport is named in honor of Edward G. Pitka Sr., a respected local Alaska Native figure. It is owned and operated by the State of Alaska and functions as a key node in the rural aviation network that connects interior Alaskan communities. The facility supports small regional aircraft operations and is an important stop for cargo flights delivering supplies to the surrounding villages. Its role is especially vital during winter months when the Yukon River freezes and alternative surface travel options are extremely limited.